Stoicism

[close] I'll be available on Goodreads to answer questions about my book How to Think Like a Roman Emperor: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius. Post questions now or wait until Sunday 20th September, when I'll be participating live.

[close] You want to overcome tall poppy syndrome, surround yourself with others who aren't afraid to stand up for values like vulnerability, courage and transparency. You're tired of feeling like you have to keep yourself small in order to fit in. You're tired of how negative and afraid people get when you talk about how things could be better. You want encouragement. You want optimism. You're in the right place, let's stand tall together. We believe: • Progress not perfection • In developing our growth mindset • Everything can be figured out • In taking personal responsibility for our feelings and actions • All limits can be overcome with the right support

[close] Intersection of philosophy and science. Fiction and non-fiction.

[close] This group is for readers, writers, and thinkers who believe the stories we tell—and the ones we’ve forgotten—shape the world we live in. We gather to explore erased histories, challenge limiting narratives, and reimagine what equality truly means. At the heart of this group is a living philosophy: Equality Without Distinction The belief that every contribution holds value—not because of a person’s gender, background, or status, but because of what they bring to the table. It’s not about labels. It’s about contribution. We’re not here to tick boxes or flatten differences. We’re here to rethink the systems that still define people by categories rather than capabilities. We look at the past not just to learn, but to ask better questions: What was lost when balance gave way to hierarchy? Whose voices were buried beneath the dominant story? What would it look like to build a future that honours every contribution? If you’re tired of shallow conversations about progress… If you’re curious about what equality can be beyond quotas and tokenism… If you believe real change starts with honest, thoughtful discussion… Welcome. The next chapter is ours to write—together.