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How to Write Powerfully in Defense of Liberty (November 2020)
Choose morning or evening sessions Learn a step-by-step method for writing clear, compelling articles in defense of freedom (and for getting published in outlets such as The Objective Standard). If you...
Fantasy Sports as Life-Serving Values
You might think fantasy sports aren’t for you, especially if you’re not already a sports fan. But if you enjoy a challenge and want to sharpen your thinking skills, or...
Motivation from a Navy SEAL: Admiral McRaven’s Commencement Speech
In 2014, Navy Admiral William McRaven returned to his alma mater, the University of Texas, to deliver its commencement address. McRaven trained as a Navy SEAL, and he uses stories...
The Elements of Thinking in Principles
Learn a systematic method for keeping your ideas and value judgments connected to reality so they can serve your life, liberty, and happiness in reality. If you strive for the...
Your Supersystem for Flourishing (October 2020)
Integrate principles of Objectivism with those of powerful self-development systems, and create your own personalized supersystem for success and happiness. Living the happiest, most-fulfilling life possible is a massively complex project....
The Golden Era of American Railroads
Rail travel in America today leaves much to be desired. State-funded operator Amtrak has a well-earned reputation for slow, often late trains, running on inconvenient schedules and using outdated equipment....
Taleeb Starkes on ‘The Top 5 Issues Facing Black Americans’
Taleeb Starkes, having grown up in a public housing project in Philadelphia, has unique insights into the problems plaguing black, inner-city communities. These insights, combined with a desire to share...
Bill Perkins on How to Live a Better Life by Appreciating Our Experiences
After years of books, blogs, and blowhards, I had all but given up on popular self-help advice. That was until I heard Bill Perkins, author of Die with Zero: Getting...
Advanced Writing Workshop: Lead People to Liberty (2020)
In this workshop, you will conceive, develop, and complete an article advocating or defending freedom and submit it to a publication of your choosing. With direct, personal guidance from Craig...
Swan Lake and the Triumph of the Good
“A gracefully effortless floating, flowing and flying are the essentials of the ballet’s image of man. It projects a fragile kind of strength and a certain inflexible precision.” ― Ayn...
How to Write Powerfully in Defense of Liberty Fall 2020
Learn a step-by-step method for writing clear, compelling articles in defense of freedom (and for getting published in outlets such as The Objective Standard). If you want to advance freedom with...
Still Rocking at Sixty: The Endless Vitality of Iron Maiden
There are few things as wonderful to watch as musicians playing live and clearly loving every moment of it. A great musical performance, especially in an energetic genre like heavy...