BBC: Harvard plans to boldly go with ‘Spocs’

If you’ve only just caught on to the concept of online university courses called Moocs, then you’re in danger of falling behind again. Harvard, one of the world’s most influential universities, is moving on to Spocs – which stands for small private online courses. Nothing to do with Star Trek and sombre Vulcans, but plenty […]

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Nietzsche’s “Overman” Theory

Jordan Bates does a really nice job for HE explaining Nietzsche’s “Overman” or “Superman” Theory: “Overman” refers to Nietzsche’s conception of a man who has literally overcome himself and human nature. In essence, an Overman is one who has superseded the bondage of the human condition and reached a liberated state — one of free play and creativity. […]

SuZen Yoga: Yoga and the Art of Happiness

“Happiness  seems such a small thing when you have it, but when it’s gone you realise how big it really is.” Gorky The Yoga approach to happiness is holistic and involves the emotional art of healing the mind in order to bring change to the bodymind and emotions. Happiness with Yoga is a healing process. The Art of Happiness teaches […]