Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross, Author at Study Breaks

Aristotle Goes to College: How an Ancient Philosopher Can Improve Your Everyday Life

Being a student means making a lot of difficult decisions, but Aristotle has a simple solution for all of them.…

September 20, 2016

A Short, Clear Explanation of the Problem With Hillary Clinton

You would think that with the GOP electing Trump, the decision between candidates would be simple. Instead, Clinton’s character complicates it.…

September 14, 2016

Why I Love My Jesuit College

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Most universities claim to prepare students for the rest of their lives, but all they really do is prepare them for jobs.…

September 8, 2016

The Tremendous Unspoken Privilege of a College Education

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Somewhere in the midst of complaining about homework and studying all night for a test, remember to consider how lucky you are.…

September 1, 2016

Surprise! Nobody Is Actually Going to Win the 2016 Election

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Until social issues at home are worked out, the body politic will continue nominating fringe candidates instead of effective ones.…

August 24, 2016

Is Doping in the Olympics Really Unfair?

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

If the Olympics are going to ban PEDs, why should they not ban all performance enhancers?…

August 20, 2016

How to be a Renaissance Man (or Woman) in the 21st Century

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Five simple ways to channel your inner Da Vinci at college.…

August 12, 2016

Why College Sports Should Be Discontinued

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Athletics and academics are separate spheres. Why do people who want to be athletes have to go to college?…

August 3, 2016

The Inherent Risk of Progressive Politics

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

A constant demand for improvement can prioritize change over more important considerations.…

July 27, 2016

In Defense of Uselessness: Why I Am a Philosophy Major

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

It is not to open a philosophy shop.…

July 21, 2016

Is Black Lives Matter vs. All Lives Matter the Only Choice?

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

With the shooting of white policemen in Dallas, the divisive potential of the BLM movement was put on display. Here’s why race antagonism is not the solution.…

July 13, 2016

The New Right of Politics: What it is and Why You Should Care

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

In America and across Western Europe, a new political movement based on xenophobia, racism, exclusion and violence is gaining power.…

July 7, 2016

Why Pessimism Makes You Happier

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Especially in college, where stressing over uncontrollable situations is common, prepping for the worst is actually the best.…

June 28, 2016

The Stoics Go to College

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

How an ancient philosophy can open the door to your happiness.…

June 21, 2016

Dumping Iron: A Case for Ditching Your Gym

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

How you can use your brain to get your brawn.…

June 15, 2016

If You’re Offended, Get Over It: College Is Not a Safe Space

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

“As Aristotle said, ‘It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.’”…

June 7, 2016

How to Turn Your Procrastination Into Success, But Not Now Obviously

How to Turn Your Procrastination Into Success, Just Not Now Obviously

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Instead of fighting your natural creative process, use these tricks to harness your bouts of midnight inspiration.…

May 31, 2016

Socrates Goes to College: How a Dead White Guy Can Improve Your College Experience

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

Although typically only philosophy students study Socrates, his teachings are form-fit for college.…

April 30, 2016

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