Content 18+ By all accounts, humanity has achieved remarkable things. We’ve split the atom, walked on the Moon, and—most impressively—convinced ourselves that the way we treat the animals we eat is a mere footnote in the grand narrative of civilization. And why should it be otherwise? The cow, the pig, the chicken—none of them invented calculus or penned a great symphony. They merely eat, sleep, and suffer quietly, which makes … Read the rest
By Eric Le Roy
Content 18+ I would like to respond to Artem’s well-conceived article called “The Strength Paradox.” While acknowledging the dramatic galvanizing prowess of the Man with the Plan, Artem opines that the inherent danger lurking in the brain of the unchained game-changer is the possibility, ever-looming, that it will all go to his head. The inspiring revolutionary becomes the tyrant; the religious messiah … Read the rest
Content 18+ My friend Eric recently suggested that I write a follow-up to my post, The Art of the Deal… With Reality, to explore the necessity of strong leadership in overcoming bureaucracy, stagnation, and even the inability to protect one’s interests. At the same time, he emphasized the importance of balance, arguing that current discourse leans too far in one direction. I found myself agreeing with his call for … Read the rest
By Eric Le Roy
Content 18+ In all things human, when we try to get to the nitty-gritty of who we have been, who we are, and who or what we will become, the chicken before the egg debate can be counted on to enter the conversation at some point. For instance, no matter how far science can take us back or forward, religion always counters by asking “And … Read the rest
By Eric Le Roy
Content 21+ It is more than a little bit interesting how stating one’s political views can ruin a friendship. So wise, the old saying about two things to avoid at a party: religion and politics. Well, religion can be put on the back burner at most punch bowl bashes these days, but politics always seems to find a new life no matter what. Kind … Read the rest
