About Today: The Love of Wisdom

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Today From Bob Schulties, your About Today Editor I'm not a philosophy expert, so the only wisdom I can pass down to my son is this: when you find yourself in a situation that is awkward, befuddling or even a bit uneasy, just shut up and smile. This will work on first dates, job interviews and weddings (your own and ones you attend as a guest). Is Beauty Universal? Plato said it was, and there's no way I'm getting into an argument with that guy, but I will say this: When, at the end of the month, I see a positive balance in my checking account I swear it's the most beautiful sight I've ever seen. Read More... Famous Quotes About Beauty See More About:  aesthetics  pleasure  ethics What Is Political Science? I don't want to get into a political argument (I mean, face it, I'm right), but since political science is often associated with philosophy, it's possible we could have an argument discussion and never come to a conclusion. So that's how government works! Read More... Political Science Programs for High School Students Who Was Machiavelli? See More About:  political science  plato  aristotle The Five Great Schools of Ancient Greek Philosophy You don't need to study philosophy to get an idea of what these schools are all about. Just read this article by Andrea, our Guide to Philosophy, and you'll be able to tell even your most disbelieving friends they don't know the first thing about Skepticism. Read More... Atheism & Skepticism with Greek Philosophers Who Was Plato? See More About:  plato  aristotle  what is philosophy The Philosophy of Honesty I'm a hypocrite. You know, like any good parent I'm teaching my children to tell the truth and always be honest. The problem with honesty is that it's not always welcome. My slapped face can attest to that. Read More... How to Be True to Yourself Being Honest With Your Friends See More About:  authenticity  aristotle  the self Today Ads Love Letters Sample Love Letters Famous Love Quotes Samples Love Letters Love Quotes Featured Articles Biggest Birding Mistakes What Is This Stain and How Do I Get It Out? Best GPS Devices for Hikers The BLT Salad Do We Still Need the Draft? Should Grandmothers Participate in Wedding Decisions?   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement