Thomas ArctaediusThe formula for happiness —not so complicated after all?The Norwegian philosopher Arne Næss defined well-being or happiness in a formula in his book Life’s Philosophy published 1999Feb 2, 2021Feb 2, 2021
Thomas ArctaediusMaking a deal with the Devil — did Daniel Salthenius succeed in January 1718?On Sunday the 30th of January 30 1718, Daniel Salthenius enters into a pact with the Devil. He writes a note with his own blood, walks…Jan 21, 2021Jan 21, 2021
Thomas ArctaediusHealth advice from year 1733 — what can we learn from that today? Surprisingly muchIn the 18th century the average life expectancy in Sweden was about 35 years for men (in 2020 it is 81 years). The first real hospital in…Jan 8, 2021Jan 8, 2021
Thomas ArctaediusThe poet that solved a scientific paradoxUnderstanding the darkness — maybe a poet does better than a scientist? Everyone probably knows that scientists sometimes are active in…Jan 6, 20211Jan 6, 20211
