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What ancient philosophers knew about surviving dark times

What ancient philosophers knew about surviving dark times

Séamus Bellamy
Jun 23, 2025
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Heraclitus, by Hendrick Ter Brugghen, (1628) Public Domain

Things aren't so great just now. They haven't been super for a while. It's hard to find new platitudes to mumble to those who seek comfort from us. How many times can you say that it'll be OK or that you'll keep someone safe before it rings hollow as a prom night promise?

Hope is important, but i…

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