Matthew
Philosophy in Jung's Transcendent Function
An exploration of Jung's transcendent function, its origins, dialectical roots, and impact on psychology, with reflections on Jung, Hillman, and von Franz.
Matthew Clapp
Film
The Fall (2006) - worth being loved
Review of The Fall (2006), Tarsem Singh's visually stunning fantasy drama starring Lee Pace and Catinca Untaru. Explore its breathtaking cinematography, authentic performances, and themes of love, grief, and redemption.
Matthew
My Favorite Watches: Instruments Over Ornaments
Chronograph-first collector explores aviation and yachting watches, why function matters over fashion, and how this reflects his worldview.
Matthew
Kids Who Don’t Fit the System: A Personal Story
A childhood of low scores and setbacks didn’t stop me. This story shows why test results can’t predict resilience, passion, or success.
Life
Math is Never Just Numbers
Math is never just numbers. Isaac Asimov once suggested that when words fail us, we turn to mathematics to describe the inexpressible, the things that terrify us most. He was speaking through fiction, but the observation reaches further than science fiction shelves. Math, in its purest form, is a structure
Life
Following Darwin to the Galápagos
Retracing Charles Darwin’s 1835 voyage through the Galápagos Islands: San Cristóbal, Floreana, Santiago, and Isabela. A modern journey following Darwin’s footsteps across lava fields, tortoise habitats, and volcanic craters that inspired the theory of evolution.
Culture
Re-Analyzing the Dr. Seuss Study: Context and Comparative Standards
Analysis of Dr. Seuss racism study, evidence for and against claims, publishing bias context, and implications for children’s literature diversity.
Mind
Self-preservation above all else: when the 1st law breaks
Explores real-life acts of self-sacrifice, from Nicholas Bostic’s fire rescue to 9/11 heroes, through Schopenhauer’s philosophy and Joseph Campbell’s insights on unity, compassion, and the rare moments when self-preservation dissolves.
Mind
Negotiation, Self-Worth, and the Theater of Everyday Power
Why do some people treat negotiation as a personal proving ground while others avoid it entirely? This post explores how haggling, identity, and self-perception intersect—and why status sensitivity might actually be an asset in political workplaces.
Tech
The Widening Chasm Between Business and Technology
Top MBA programs still underprepare business leaders for the data and AI-driven economy. Meanwhile, tech teams are losing architectural discipline. This article explores the root causes of the disconnect and offers actionable steps to rebuild alignment between business and technology leaders.
Culture
The Lost Opportunity of Part-Time Jobs for American Men
Discover why restoring good-paying part-time jobs could boost employment for American men. Explore how quality part-time roles might help those facing disabilities, addiction recovery, or transitioning from incarceration, benefiting individuals and communities alike.
Culture
That's just like, your opinion, man
Why we now preface words like “affordable” with “in my opinion.” This short Nautis essay explores how Millennials’ emotional openness and internet outspokenness are reshaping everyday language—placing subjectivity over assumed universality.