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Keeping ideas connected to reality so they can serve our lives in reality.
The Fundamental Flaw Undermining “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”
The book provides a standout example of the essential importance of being critical and paying close attention to the ideas implicit in books on self-improvement and good living, not just their surface-level advice.
“The Emperor’s Soul” by Brandon Sanderson
How would you go about learning everything about somebody else’s soul—without speaking with the person?
Is Morality Objective? Responding to YOUR Questions
In my latest episode of Under Standing, I address several good questions (plus a priceless one!) about my LevelUp debate with Alex O’Connor.
Responding to the UK Riots
I explain how the recent UK riots were based on lies, legitimate grievances, and why political violence has no place anywhere, let alone a Western country.
Does Abortion Violate Rights?
We published Angel Walker-Werth's video on whether abortion violates rights to the OSI YouTube Channel.
Learn the Morality for Loving Life
Deep dive into the ground-breaking essays of The Virtue of Selfishness and level up with the morality for loving life.
The Role of the United States in Foreign Affairs
In my last Substack post, I opposed former President George W. Bush’s idea of invading other countries in order to “spread democracy.” In this post, I’ll explain why this is not a valid justification, and what is.
Learn to Write From Ayn Rand
If you want to write more clearly and persuasively, this workshop is for you.
“The Memoirs of Lady Trent” by Marie Brennan
How can a fantasy series celebrate reason and science? The Memoirs of Lady Trent does it through the main character who is a dragon naturalist.