Champions of Free Will and Moral Values: The Romanticists
In this video, Martin highlights the differences between the Romantic and the Naturalist school of art by providing two comparative case studies.
Jan 1, 2025
Martin Hooss
Martin Hooss: Virtues as Spiritual Currencies
Is there a market for love? If yes, where do the supply and demand meet each other?
The White, the Gray, and the Black
Why staying consistently moral leads to flourishing while compromising values or destroying them results in a life devoid of meaning.
‘We Have to Protect Our Geniuses’: Reflections on President Trump’s 2024 Victory Speech
Over the course of the past decades, Democrats have become increasingly vocal in demanding that rich people (be forced to) redistribute their wealth.
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.
The Republican Character of the United States of America
Both major political parties seem to agree that the United States of America is a democracy, but it is actually a republic.
How to Overcome the Dangers of Overthinking
Have you ever caught yourself thinking about an issue so much that it prevents you from pondering a topic you would really like to explore?
Why Independently Choosing Your Career Matters
You might want to ponder whether or not you should follow your parents’ career advice in the first place.
Real Change Requires Courage
Courage enables us to face what we're not acknowledging so we can bring our careers and relationships to new heights.