For many years, Kieran Setiya has suffered from chronic pain. Aristotle and many philosophers since have judged that such an affliction, like other major harms, must diminish or spoil a good life. Mr ...

When you're feeling down or unhappy over circumstances you didn't necessarily choose, you have the power to turn things ...

As someone who writes, I often jot down ideas. Sometimes I make something of them right away, other times they get buried behind “better” ideas. This post is an idea that was buried. A good while ago, ...

Given the recent U.S. election results, many of us are struggling. Even though many of us have gone through times when we couldn’t bring our true selves to work, due to various reasons such as health ...

Philosopher KIERAN SETIYA says that instead of pursuing happiness, our goal in life should be to live as well as we can even when faced with hardship and uncertainty. Most of us have grappled with ...

Everyone faces tough times that can feel overwhelming and impossible to overcome. Life throws curveballs when we least expect them, leaving us feeling lost or stuck. The good news is that many common ...

In acknowledging struggle, Kieran Setiya’s “Life Is Hard” offers an alternative to the bromides. By Irina Dumitrescu When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an ...

Some people carry a warmth that softens even the heaviest days, and crossing paths with them feels like life giving you a quiet gift. These stories highlight the gentle moments where genuine kindness ...

I have few memories of being four—a fact I find disconcerting now that I’m the father of a four-year-old. My son and I have great times together; lately, we’ve been building Lego versions of familiar ...