On the absolute other
Comment on the oneness of self and other.
Protesilaos: Books and Essays
Books and standalone entries
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Reading my ‘The mask of Phantes’ story
In this video I read out loud the story I wrote titled 'The mask of Phantes'.
The mask of Phantes
The story of a magic mask that brings attention to whoever is wearing it.
Philosophy: Hades, introspection, wealth, misery, and resurrection
In this video I expound on the connection between deep thought and misery.
Philosophy: violence, safe spaces, and inevitability
In this video I explain the connection between violence and safe spaces.
Philosophy: about the God of war, anger, and nuance
In this video I expound on the Greek notion of 'god of war' and how we can generally think in nuanced terms.
Philosophy: about a person’s behaviour and outlook
In this video I comment at length of the theme of a person's behaviour and outlook, using sayings of Confucius as a frame of reference.
Argie the white wolf who could not become a sheep
This is the story of Argie the white wolf who tried to become a sheep. It is a tale about diversity and acceptance.
Philosophy: first you walk, then you think for yourself
In this video I talk about the patience we need to do philosophy and explain how walking is a great way to become more patient.
Philosophy: is it “my body; my rules”?
In this video I talk about the notion of “my body; my rules” and how it is incomplete because it does not cover responsibility.
The invisible man
An essay about our unspoken desire for connection and the troubles we face in reconciling the internal with the external worlds.
Philosophy: even the gods are convinced by necessity
In this video I talk about the importance of knowing our limits and working with what we have.
Philosophy: “Prot, you are so smart; you should be doing stuff!”
In this video I talk about matters of high performance and how we can get trapped in them.
On the Stoic harmony with nature
Comment on what it means to live in accordance with nature.
Philosophy: the courage to be yourself
In this video I talk about the attitude of the philosopher and how courage is about self-discovery.
Philosophy: my ‘alla prima’ method of creativity
In this video I explain my creative method whose name comes from the history of painting. I discuss how it makes me highly productive and happy.
Philosophy: Hestia, community, and spirituality
In this video I analyse the archetype of community, both in respect to its social expression as well as the spiritual one.
The last party
‘The last party’, by Protesilaos, is a short story about precarity and community.
A night at the harbour bar
‘A night at the harbour bar’, by Protesilaos, is a short story about human relationships.
Amber’s hope
‘Amber's hope’, by Protesilaos, is a short story about sticking to a goal despite the personal cost.
Philosophy: integrity, consistency, responsibility (comments on Confucius #2)
In this video I talk about some personal qualities that are important also for collective affairs. I do this by commenting on the Analects of Confucius.
Philosophy: the three fates (choice, chance, inevitability)
In this video I talk about the three facets of fate, one of which is our freedom to choose.
Philosophy: social media and the human connection
In this video I talk about my experience with social media and why I think we need to rediscover the human element in our affairs.
Philosophy: why are Greek gods naked? (and mountain tour)
In this video I discuss the underlying values of the ancient Greeks and why some of their art represented naked bodies.
Philosophy: seeking pleasures (plus summer mountain tour)
In this video I talk about how it is fine to seek pleasures responsibly and the benign effects those have.
Philosophy: Orpheus and Eurydice (love, faith, and non-ownership)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about love, faith, and non-ownership. Discussing the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice.
Action, credibility, and restraint (comments on Confucius)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about acting and doing things with credibility.
Achilles, masculinity, and diversity
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about diversity and nuance in matters of masculinity.
The slow-paced experience (and mountain tour)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about doing things with intent and presence.
Philosophy: efficiency and basic powers
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about the importance of doing basic tasks with consistency.
Comments on Dao #5 (self-loathing and contentment)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about Dao De Jing by Lao Zi. Episode 5 in the series.
Letting go (myth of Sisyphos)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about letting of the things we treasure.
Diversity and the myth of Procrustes
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about individuality, diversity, and the ancient myth of Procrustes.
Life lessons from the hut
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about what makes a person and their mental fortitude.
Oracles and Artificial Intelligence
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about Oracles and Artificial Intelligence.
The golden fleece and impossible standards
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about impossible standards.
Comments on Dao #4 (noetic presences; the living universe)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about Dao De Jing by Lao Zi. Episode 4 in the series.
Escapism at the bar
A work on philosophy and politics by Protesilaos Stavrou about following rules.
Comments on Dao #3 (governance by sages)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about Dao De Jing by Lao Zi. Episode 3 in the series.
Comments on Dao #2 (on moderation and the Delphic maxims)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about Dao De Jing by Lao Zi. Episode 2 in the series.
Comments on Dao #1 (Cosmos, Logos, Tropos)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about Dao De Jing by Lao Zi. Episode 1 in the series.
Productivity, honesty, and accountability structures
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about productivity, honesty, and accountability structures.
Comfort zone and impostor feelings (in the snow)
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about comfort zone and impostor feelings.
On hedonism and presence
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about hedonism, presence, and related concepts.
Yin-Yang, Dao, and “dragons”
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about Yin-Yang, Dao, and related concepts in metaphysics.
On dignity
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about dignity.
On the meaning and purpose of life
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about the meaning and purpose of life.
About “sorry for being a burden”
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about everything pertaining to the expression “sorry for being a burden”.
On discipline and self-restraint
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about discipline and self-restraint.
On forgiveness and hubris
A work on philosophy by Protesilaos Stavrou about forgiveness and hubris.