"Thoughts and actions are not quite the separate spheres of phenomena that many take them to be. It is very rare to find anyone whose thoughts and actions diverge sharply or thoroughly from one another. If you think a great deal about money, for example, it is difficult to avoid either miserliness or prodigality. Similarly, if you spend a great deal of time working on physical fitness and your appearance, it is difficult to avoid an unhealthy narcissism, or some type of dysmorphic disorder. Thoughts and deeds inform one another. They shape one another to some degree. Your mind must, therefore, be turned as often as possible to the improvement of your character and the attainment of virtue and wisdom. If these are not the primary objects of your consideration, they are unlikely to be the primary areas in which you make progress."
- William Ferraiolo, Meditations on Self-Discipline and Failure
- William Ferraiolo, Meditations on Self-Discipline and Failure
"You have no business wanting anything that you do not have—with the exception of wisdom. As for the material world, you disgrace yourself if you covet anything that you do not possess. How weak and needy are you that you allow yourself to suffer for want of some trinket, or some greater amount of money than you possess, or some unnecessary luxury that can be purchased at some price or other? How ungrateful is this insistence upon having more than you have been granted? All that you truly need has been afforded to you in abundance. You should be embarrassed to want more than you have. You should be still more embarrassed to fail to appreciate all that for which you do not want, and all that you have been granted without earning any of it. If you cannot will it, you have no business wanting it. You should want your will to adhere to the dictates of reason. The moment you begin to blame anyone or anything other than yourself for your weakness and inadequacy, you thereby expose yourself as a blight. Stop your whining and get to work."
- William Ferraiolo, Meditations on Self-Discipline and Failure
- William Ferraiolo, Meditations on Self-Discipline and Failure
Dull Academic Incessant Liturgical Yapping: Philosophical Orations on Order & Reaction
The Daily Poor has officially reached South Range's population
South Range: A Snapshot
Location: South Range is a quaint village nestled in Yooperland, a bit South of Houghton.
Population: Approximately 750 inhabitants make their home in South Range, with a notable skew towards young women aged 20-24. Hey single gents, take note!
Housing & Rent:
- Total Units: Around 375 housing units.
- Ownership: The home ownership rate stands at 76%. Impressively, more than 80% of these homes are owned by married couples.
- Home Value: Most of these homes (over 70%) are valued at $100,000 or less.
- Median Rent: Those looking to rent can expect a median value of $635.
Economy: Financially speaking, the village falls far below the national average; the town is certifiably poor, which is a necessary condition to get the TDP stamp of approval. The median household income here is half of the average American household. Yet, its population boasts a slightly higher employment rate than the US in general.
Education: South Range prioritizes more practical things over formal education. While 40% of its inhabitants have completed high school, only 14% have achieved a bachelor's degree.
Demographics:
- Non-Hispanic Whites: 701
- Hispanics: 4
- Blacks: 3
- Asians: 3
- Injuns: 9
- Mixed Race/Others: 30
History & Attractions: The village takes pride in its rich mining past. It's also geographically blessed, being in close proximity to the Keweenaw waterway, the vast expanse of Lake Superior, the serene Pilgrim River, and many other picturesque spots.
Location: South Range is a quaint village nestled in Yooperland, a bit South of Houghton.
Population: Approximately 750 inhabitants make their home in South Range, with a notable skew towards young women aged 20-24. Hey single gents, take note!
Housing & Rent:
- Total Units: Around 375 housing units.
- Ownership: The home ownership rate stands at 76%. Impressively, more than 80% of these homes are owned by married couples.
- Home Value: Most of these homes (over 70%) are valued at $100,000 or less.
- Median Rent: Those looking to rent can expect a median value of $635.
Economy: Financially speaking, the village falls far below the national average; the town is certifiably poor, which is a necessary condition to get the TDP stamp of approval. The median household income here is half of the average American household. Yet, its population boasts a slightly higher employment rate than the US in general.
Education: South Range prioritizes more practical things over formal education. While 40% of its inhabitants have completed high school, only 14% have achieved a bachelor's degree.
Demographics:
- Non-Hispanic Whites: 701
- Hispanics: 4
- Blacks: 3
- Asians: 3
- Injuns: 9
- Mixed Race/Others: 30
History & Attractions: The village takes pride in its rich mining past. It's also geographically blessed, being in close proximity to the Keweenaw waterway, the vast expanse of Lake Superior, the serene Pilgrim River, and many other picturesque spots.
Dull Academic Incessant Liturgical Yapping: Philosophical Orations on Order & Reaction
The Daily Poor has officially reached South Range's population
The most recent home sale in South Range was a cozy 1250 sq ft 3 bedroom home boasting plenty of Lake Superior pride, and with a pleasant little garden out back, selling for $80k:
"There is a primary bedroom with newly renovated bathroom on the main floor; Spacious eat-in kitchen with beautiful peninsula and stove. The home has enclosed porch which serves as an office/den with laundry closet area. Two spacious rooms on second floor of the home. Detached very small 1 car garage. Basement is an old Michigan style with cement columns and wood. Very reasonable heating costs; new siding, several new windows , new door, nice sunny back deck with great garden featuring raised beds and a strawberry patch. Quiet neighborhood with trails and nature close."
"There is a primary bedroom with newly renovated bathroom on the main floor; Spacious eat-in kitchen with beautiful peninsula and stove. The home has enclosed porch which serves as an office/den with laundry closet area. Two spacious rooms on second floor of the home. Detached very small 1 car garage. Basement is an old Michigan style with cement columns and wood. Very reasonable heating costs; new siding, several new windows , new door, nice sunny back deck with great garden featuring raised beds and a strawberry patch. Quiet neighborhood with trails and nature close."
Finding Consolidation with Boethius: Navigating Injustice in a Modern Age
In the early 6th century, Boethius, once an esteemed Roman statesman and philosopher, was wrongfully imprisoned and stood on the precipice of execution. Amidst this profound injustice, he composed a work contemplating the nature of fortune in a world where the wicked often thrive and the virtuous are mercilessly punished.
Today, many dissident right-wingers in the West resonate with Boethius's ordeal, recognizing that the righteous are often sidelined or maligned, while those with harmful intents and evil views seem to gain undue recognition and favor.
Join us as we:
- Dive deep into this impactful text, drawing parallels between Boethius's dire circumstances and our own, seeking guidance and understanding.
- Engage in thorough, thought-provoking discussions, merging the sagacity of the past with the challenges and perceptions of today.
- Foster a community bound by resilience and unity, drawing strength from shared experiences and convictions.
We are in search of members who are ardently committed to rigorous exploration, thoughtful dialogue, and a genuine engagement with both the literature and the complexities of our contemporary landscape. If you're not prepared for such depth and commitment, this may not be your group.
Schedule:
Meetings will be every Sunday, for seven weeks, at 7:00 EST in a private Telegram chat to discuss Boethius' Consolation of Philosophy.
November 5th: Introductions, getting to know one another and discussing the introduction to the text
November 12th: Book I, Boethius' Lamentation
November 19th: Book II, The Wheel of Fortune
November 26th: Book III, The Divine Origin of Wisdom
December 3rd: Book IV, The Problem of Evil
December 10th: Book V, God's Omniscience & Free Will
December 17th: Wrapping up, a cumulative discussion of the text
Code of conduct:
Be respectful to other members.
Be serious about attendance.
If you can't make it, let us know.
Maximum capacity: 12.
Ready to dive in? Claim your spot now
In the early 6th century, Boethius, once an esteemed Roman statesman and philosopher, was wrongfully imprisoned and stood on the precipice of execution. Amidst this profound injustice, he composed a work contemplating the nature of fortune in a world where the wicked often thrive and the virtuous are mercilessly punished.
Today, many dissident right-wingers in the West resonate with Boethius's ordeal, recognizing that the righteous are often sidelined or maligned, while those with harmful intents and evil views seem to gain undue recognition and favor.
Join us as we:
- Dive deep into this impactful text, drawing parallels between Boethius's dire circumstances and our own, seeking guidance and understanding.
- Engage in thorough, thought-provoking discussions, merging the sagacity of the past with the challenges and perceptions of today.
- Foster a community bound by resilience and unity, drawing strength from shared experiences and convictions.
We are in search of members who are ardently committed to rigorous exploration, thoughtful dialogue, and a genuine engagement with both the literature and the complexities of our contemporary landscape. If you're not prepared for such depth and commitment, this may not be your group.
Schedule:
Meetings will be every Sunday, for seven weeks, at 7:00 EST in a private Telegram chat to discuss Boethius' Consolation of Philosophy.
November 5th: Introductions, getting to know one another and discussing the introduction to the text
November 12th: Book I, Boethius' Lamentation
November 19th: Book II, The Wheel of Fortune
November 26th: Book III, The Divine Origin of Wisdom
December 3rd: Book IV, The Problem of Evil
December 10th: Book V, God's Omniscience & Free Will
December 17th: Wrapping up, a cumulative discussion of the text
Code of conduct:
Be respectful to other members.
Be serious about attendance.
If you can't make it, let us know.
Maximum capacity: 12.
Ready to dive in? Claim your spot now