Young to Old
Boys turn into young men when they finish boot camp. Young men turn into men when the gunfire begins. When the gunfire ends, the young boy is nevermore. He is…
The Hagakure: Duty Beyond Contrivance
The Hagakure: Duty Beyond Contrivance by Donavon L Riley “It is a wretched thing that the young men of today are so contriving and so proud of their material possessions.…
The Poetic Soul of General Patton: Unveiling the Artistic Side of a Military Legend
General George S. Patton, renowned for his strategic brilliance and unwavering leadership on the battlefield during World War II, is not typically associated with the world of poetry. However, beyond…
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Navigating the Noise: Stoic Wisdom in a Digital Age
Navigating the Noise: Stoic Wisdom in a Digital Age by Donavon L Riley In the digital age, where opinions flood our feeds and perspectives clash on every issue, the words…
Don’t Complain, Don’t Explain: The Stoic Path to Perseverance
Don’t Complain, Don’t Explain: The Stoic Path to Perseverance by Donavon L Riley In a world inundated with challenges, the sage words of Benjamin Disraeli echo: “Don’t complain, don’t explain.”…
The Artistry of Justin Hughes: Navy SEAL Turned Creative Force
In the world of special operations, Navy SEALs are known for their elite training, unwavering dedication, and unyielding commitment to protecting their nation. But what happens when one of these…
What The Stoics and Hagakure Can Teach Us About Mastering Adversity
What The Stoics and Hagakure Can Teach Us About Mastering Adversity by Donavon L Riley Stoic Resilience and Hagakure’s Wisdom We often find ourselves grappling with circumstances beyond our control,…
The Hagakure and Modern Justice: Timeless Lessons from a Samurai’s Code
The Hagakure and Modern Justice: Timeless Lessons from a Samurai’s Code by Donavon L Riley In a culture characterized by shifting, often contradictory definitions of justice that render people confused…
Bill Stirling and the 2nd SAS
SAS patrol in North Africa during WWII (1943). Photo: Keating (Capt) No 1 Army Film & Photographic Unit – This photograph E 21337 comes from the collections of the Imperial…
The Battle of Maldon: Lessons in Heroism & Self-Sacrifice for Modern Men of Service,
The Battle of Maldon: Lessons in Heroism & Self-Sacrifice for Modern Men of Service by Donavon L Riley “Then, bearing his shield, ordered his warriors to advance, all those who…