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Inspiration vs. Influence: Why We Need Inspirators, Not Influencers

In today’s digital age, the word “influencer” dominates our social media feeds. But have we ever stopped to question what it means to “influence” someone? Isn’t influence too strong a word, one that subtly overrides our freedom and independence? The Power of Words: Influence vs. Inspire The term “influence” suggests a certain level of control or manipulation. When someone influences you, they often sway your … Continue reading Inspiration vs. Influence: Why We Need Inspirators, Not Influencers

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Philosophy, Poetry, Quotes

9 Lessons from Fernando Pessoa’s “Book of Disquiet”: From Simplicity to Anti-Minimalism | Art of Saudade

Fernando Pessoa is one of the most enigmatic writers, known for his use of heteronyms—various personas through which he channeled his creative expressions. His “Book of Disquiet” is formally a prose work, but its poetic nature is undeniable. The deep philosophical insights it contains are invaluable. Here, I share nine lessons I learned and cherished from this book, often referred to as “the saddest book … Continue reading 9 Lessons from Fernando Pessoa’s “Book of Disquiet”: From Simplicity to Anti-Minimalism | Art of Saudade

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Philosophy

From Tao Te Ching to TikTok: Embracing Ancient Wisdom in a Modern World | Art of Saudade

Fun fact: both Tao Te Ching, a 4th-century BC philosophical masterpiece, and TikTok, a 21st-century social media sensation, are Chinese and start with the letter T. This is just a coincidence to catch your attention and this post isn’t about comparing them. Not to attack one or praise the other: they are incomparable. Instead, I want to share my thoughts on the profound impact of … Continue reading From Tao Te Ching to TikTok: Embracing Ancient Wisdom in a Modern World | Art of Saudade

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History, Travel

Medieval Knight Festival at Walbeck Castle: A Journey Through Time | Art of Saudade

If you’re eager to be transported to another era, the Knights’ Spectacle at Walbeck Castle in Germany is your perfect time machine. Every July, this medieval festival brings history to life with an immersive experience that delights both adults and children. Stepping into the castle grounds, you’ll find yourself surrounded by knights, craftsmen, merchants, artists, and jugglers—all living as they did centuries ago. The festival … Continue reading Medieval Knight Festival at Walbeck Castle: A Journey Through Time | Art of Saudade

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Poetry

Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz: The Tenth Muse Who Defied a Male-Dominated World | Art of Saudade

When you think of trailblazing women in history, names like Joan of Arc, Cleopatra, and Marie Curie might come to mind. But there’s another name you need to know: Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz. Born in 1648 in colonial Mexico, Sor Juana shattered the glass ceilings of her time with her exceptional intellect and fearless voice. Dubbed The Tenth Muse and The Phoenix of … Continue reading Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz: The Tenth Muse Who Defied a Male-Dominated World | Art of Saudade

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Lifestyle, Philosophy

I Read a 2,000-Year-Old Roman Text on Public Speaking—Here’s What I Learned | Art of Saudade

When it comes to the art of public speaking, few names resonate as strongly as Cicero, one of the most eloquent figures in Roman history. His work, “De Oratore” (On the Orator), written in 55 BC, is a masterclass in rhetoric and public speaking that remains relevant today. Here are some key insights from this timeless text that can enhance your public speaking skills. Cicero … Continue reading I Read a 2,000-Year-Old Roman Text on Public Speaking—Here’s What I Learned | Art of Saudade

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Poetry

Exploring Jim Morrison’s Lost Writings: Insights into the Lizard King’s Poetic Mind | Art of Saudade

Jim Morrison, famously known as the frontman of The Doors, had an alter ego: the Lizard King. This poetic moniker captures the essence of Morrison’s complex identity, reminding me of Fernando Pessoa‘s belief that poetry allows the artist to transcend oneself, to become “plural like the universe.” Much like Pessoa and his numerous heteronyms, Morrison embraced this multiplicity, embodying a poet above all else. His … Continue reading Exploring Jim Morrison’s Lost Writings: Insights into the Lizard King’s Poetic Mind | Art of Saudade

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Life lessons

On the Art of Humbleness | Art of Saudade

The word ‘humble’ comes from the Latin humilis (“low, slight”) or the ability to become smaller, to go lower. Now compare the original Greek term, χαμαλός (khamalós), from humus (“the earth, ground”), humi (“on the ground”). Interestingly, ‘humiliating’ has the same origins. Yet, humbleness is an art of life, while humiliating is a disconnection from life. Humiliating others or oneself has nothing to do with … Continue reading On the Art of Humbleness | Art of Saudade

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Poetry

The Eternal Cycle of Poetry: Celebrating Fernando Pessoa and Kocho Racin

In the realm of literature, June 13th marks a poignant juxtaposition of poetic births and farewells. On this day, we commemorate the luminous life of Fernando Pessoa, born in Lisbon, a figure whose poetic prowess transcends boundaries and echoes the essence of humanity itself. Pessoa, a beacon of plural poetry, embodies the profound belief that poetry is the primitive language—sublime, sophisticated, divine. Holy books resonate … Continue reading The Eternal Cycle of Poetry: Celebrating Fernando Pessoa and Kocho Racin

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Photography, Travel

Where Horizons Meet Infinity: Finisterre, Galicia | Art of Saudade

Where does the end of the world lie? Throughout history, many cultures have pondered this question, and several places have been mythologized as its final frontier. The Spanish claimed it to be in Finisterre, Galicia. The Portuguese placed it at Cabo da Roca near Lisbon. The French identified it in the Finistère region of Brittany. Yet the end of the world is not a place … Continue reading Where Horizons Meet Infinity: Finisterre, Galicia | Art of Saudade

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