Jean-Jacques Beineix – 37°2 le matin
In some cultures we don’t have words for emotions that grip us deep but cannot be fully articulated. It is the job of the artist to fully express what we…
Functional Empiricism II: Introducing Psychological Empiricism as a Powerful Mental Habit
Building upon the foundational concept of scientific and political empiricism, we now propose an overarching framework: functional empiricism—a mode of thought that integrates empirical testing across multiple dimensions of human…
Constructive Intelligence
Intelligence can be a powerful tool—an amplifier of creativity, strategy, and resilience. But in a world of boundless complexity, raw intellect on its own rarely determines success. No matter how…
Functional Empiricism I: Scientific Empiricism and the Rise of Political Empiricism: A Universal Test for Human Progress
Throughout human history, our species has continually sought methods to navigate complexity, harness knowledge, and advance civilisations. Perhaps among the most profound achievements is the concept of scientific empiricism, a…
Persephone and the Lost Language
Art expresses our lost feelings and has a way of drawing us back to what deeply matters, to the stories and emotions that connect us all. Bernini’s Abduction of Persephone…
The Unsteady Foundations of Science
In the grand pursuit of knowledge, there’s an innate human yearning for clarity—a sense that each new discovery should illuminate our path forward. Yet history tells us that confusion often…
Cosmograph
They say that “There is no accident that would stop your Rolex that wouldn’t kill you first”. Actually maybe it’s just me that says that and if Rolex wants to…
Arete and Pathos in Artistic Mimesis
One of the things I cherish most is the chance to connect with you—people who share a genuine interest in exploring fresh perspectives, learning from life’s challenges, and celebrating the…