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St Fandom Academy Part 8
Blackadder stared at the vacant students in front of him like cockroaches to crush. He had been warmed that Class D had been a particularly challenging class to teach. With the likes of Eric Cartman, Vicky Pollard and Ash Ketchum, Blackadder could see their point. But there were others that caught Blackadder's attention for the wrong reasons. Students like Wendy Testaburger, founder of the Vegan Poets Society reminded Blackadder of the woke activists that threw baked beans at his banks.
By Chloe Gilholy2 years ago in Chapters
Serving Spoon
Adults look silly eating watermelon. But aren't funeral receptions inherently awkward? Fretful. Surely Aunt Rachel should have cut them into sticks (more dignified) rather than triangles. Instead of a feel-good summer snack, there's an air of humiliation in dripping rinds and wet chins. She should have known better.
By Erin Latham Shea2 years ago in Chapters
Beneath Six Feet
In the midst of life's bustling rhythm, an unnerving silence enveloped a small, dimly lit room. The air was thick with the scent of aged wood and the weight of inevitability. In the center of the room lay a coffin, its polished surface gleaming dully in the subdued light. The room's only occupant, Henry, sat alone, his thoughts consumed by the paradox of life and death.
By Rev Dr. Alexander Fenning-Sencherey2 years ago in Chapters
A PERFECT MORNING
What if I advised you that it doesn't have to be like this? Let's travel back to ancient Rome for advice from an unlikely Mentor. We've all had those mornings, haven't we? The alarm goes off, but instead of springing out of bed full of energy, we hit the snooze button repeatedly, attempting to postpone the inevitable start of yet another day. Emperor Marcus Aurelius of Rome Beyond his political prowess, Marcus Aurelius was a devoted stoic who left millions with a legacy of profound wisdom. His philosophy and way of life, painstakingly documented in his writings, provide important insights into how to begin each day with clarity and tranquility. Imagine waking up and, rather than feeling rushed or dreading the day ahead, looking forward to it and being prepared to face challenges. Come with me as I investigate Marcus Aurelius's old wisdom and discover how we may apply it to alter our mornings and perhaps Our Lives. Head on, you're calm and centered sounds fantastic.
By Ian Sankan2 years ago in Chapters
The Stoic's Guide: Why You Shouldn't Try to Chase Love
What if we told you that this relentless pursuit of Love is more of a hindrance than a help in achieving true happiness and contentment? Do you ever feel that Love is the missing piece that would finally complete your life? Society frequently presents Love as the ultimate goal, the pinnacle of human experience, and the magical solution to all our problems. Hello, and welcome to our in-depth look at a viewpoint that might contradict all you've learned about Love. We will go back to today and examine the stoics' ancient wisdom. Stoicism, a philosophical movement that originated in the third century BC, asserted that knowledge is the foundation of virtue, that the wise live following the Divine Reason that controls nature, and that wisdom is the highest good. The stoics had some wise things to say about our emotions, especially regarding Love. They held that we should understand and control our emotions rather than let them control us. What relevance might this have to our world? Attempts at Love. Stay tuned as we dissect the stoics' philosophy and investigate their reasoning that we should not pursue Love.
By Ian Sankan2 years ago in Chapters
The Evolution of Government
The concept of government is deeply intertwined with human history, evolving over thousands of years as societies transitioned from small tribal communities to complex civilizations. The emergence of government can be traced back to the earliest human settlements when the need for collective decision-making and societal order became evident. This historical journey towards the establishment of governments reflects humanity's quest for stability, security, and social cohesion.
By MJ General2 years ago in Chapters
Elon Musk's New Twitter Logo: A Sign of Things to Come? Elon Musk has Good News for You!. Content Warning.
Elon Musk has said that he wants to make Twitter a more open and free platform for speech. He has also said that he wants to make Twitter more profitable. The new logo is seen by some as a sign of Musk's commitment to these goals.
By Motivation Motivation2 years ago in Chapters
