Life Examined

by Jonathan Bastian

A weekly exploration of psychology, philosophy, endurance sports, and finding meaning in the modern world.

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"Moby-Dick" remains a psychedelic enigma

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•Mar 28, 2026

The Japanese Art of Happiness

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•Mar 21, 2026

Is "Lonesome Dove" an answer to modern male loneliness?

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•Mar 16, 2026

In praise of quiet kindness, when the world is asking us to be loud

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•Mar 13, 2026

The Two Quotes I Think of — and Lean on — Every Day

What Viktor Frankl and Seneca say about meaning and mental health. An essay from LifeExamined.substack.com. Please subscribe! It's only takes a minute...

•Mar 4, 2026

Stay in touch with Life Examined over on Substack!

Hey everyone! It's Jonathan Bastian. Just popping in to tell you that I've been staying busy with a new weekly newsletter on Substack. I'm also spendi...

•Mar 2, 2026