Many of the valuable life lessons of this series are embodied by one of its heroines whose example can inspire us all to live a more authentic and fulfilling life.

There were infinite ways things could have gone wrong, countless roadblocks in the face of which Jimmy Page might understandably have given up.

Hyacinth, rather than set her own standards for success and virtue, judges herself according to how she thinks others regard her social status.

This dystopian classic eloquently shows the ruin that comes if we abandon intellectual pursuits for mindless pleasure.

SG-1 has given us proof that there are still people out there who will make (and watch) ten seasons of a show about science and reason.

Prague offers many interesting sights and tasteful bites. Here is a selection of things to do while you visit this wonderful city.

Music can inspire us, comfort us, and cheer us up. If you want to live a life that’s bursting with joy, it helps to have upbeat songs for loving life on your playlist. To that end, I’m sharing three of my favorites that celebrate life.

Glenn Miller was a revolutionary bandleader and an American patriot. He defined an era of America’s big band brilliance with beautiful melodies and irresistible energy. 

Music can be a powerful tool for enriching our lives. It can bring us joy, or provide solace during tough times. It can inspire creativity and spark passion. Some music can also teach us valuable life lessons. This is the case with much of the work of the Canadian progressive rock band Rush.

Imagine a Cinderella story that’s about something deeper than just a girl being swept off to become a princess. Ella Enchanted, a 2004 film starring Anne Hathaway, is exactly that: a fun film set in a medieval-style kingdom with fairies and elves that demonstrates the importance of freedom.

America was built by energetic, industrious people—honest, competent, persistent creators who triumphed over the harsh conditions of this new world. Such underappreciated heroes are celebrated in the novelette <em>Calumet “K”</em> (1901), by Samuel Merwin and Henry Kitchell Webster.

How did you discover Ayn Rand? Whether you’re new to her work or have loved it for years, there are lots of ways to be introduced to it. Perhaps it...