Self-Improvement

Master Any Subject: A Guide to Active Recall & Reconstruction

Salem / 2025-09-04
A step-by-step method to encode, retrieve, and reconstruct knowledge—turning notes into durable memory and clear mental models.
Self-Improvement

Why & How to Take Notes: A Guide to Building a Mental Knowledge System

Salem / 2025-09-03
A practical framework for note-taking to build a coherent mental knowledge system—what to capture, how to review, and how to correct misconceptions.
Literature

The Unjustly Forgotten Classics of the Enlightenment

2025-08-31
For anyone seeking a deeper engagement with the richness of English prose, the classic works of the 18th-century Enlightenment are an exceptional starting point. Many of these texts, renowned for their Latinate prose, feature a magnificent and varied vocabulary, alongside a complex and rigorous…
Literature

A Concise Guide to Western Literary Movements

2025-08-30
Understanding the fundamental principles of literary creation is key to appreciating a work of art. The history of Western literature can be viewed as a dynamic conversation among different movements, each responding to and building upon the last. This guide provides a concise overview of the major…
Self-Improvement

The Most Fundamental Ability For Personal Growth

Salem / 2025-08-27
A practical argument for self-reflection and timely course correction—why humble feedback loops drive personal and civilizational outcomes.
Economics

The Political Economy of Production and Predation

2025-08-26
The entire set of social relations of production can be broadly summarized into two things: production and predation. The less predation a nation has, the wealthier it becomes. I. The Path to a Strong Nation How can a nation become wealthy and powerful, dominating the world? By building a new…
Self-Improvement

The Science of Learning: How to Build and Retain Knowledge

Salem / 2025-08-25
Evidence-based learning principles: working memory limits, retrieval practice, and scaffolding to build durable knowledge.
Cultural Commentary

The Paradox of Excellence: From Substantive Merit to Formal Labels

2025-08-20
In contemporary higher education, the very definition of an “outstanding” student has become a subject of paradox. A high-achieving humanities student, for instance, might complete an entire academic year without reading a single book outside their required coursework. If academic…
Critical Thinking

Beyond the Binary: The True Nature of Things

2025-08-04
A truly mature mind doesn’t get trapped by “either/or” choices. This is a false dichotomy. You think it’s one thing, or the other. You’re asked: “Is food better if it’s nutritious or if it’s delicious?” This is not a choice. This is a trap. You can…