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Jonny Thomson
Jonny Thomson taught philosophy in Oxford for more than a decade before turning to writing full-time. He’s a columnist at Big Think and is the award-winning, bestselling author of three books that have been translated into 22 languages.
Jonny is also the founder of Mini Philosophy, a social network of around two million curious, intelligent minds. He's known all over the world for making philosophy accessible, relatable, and fun.
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According to bushido, your life is of secondary importance to key virtues, like honor, loyalty, and justice.
Almost all royal lines try to legitimize their rule with legendary origin stories. Here are five of the strangest examples.
"I thought strangers knew who I was and were whispering about me as I walked by."
Stoicism is popular today but often misunderstood and misapplied. In fact, a naive interpretation of Stoicism is damaging to your well-being.
The carnival spirit was in full swing when the priests got wasted and made indecent gestures while dressed like pimps.
No, Gandhi did not single-handedly bring about Indian independence. Pacifism alone usually gets you killed.