What if suffering is not a mistake, but the very nature of life?
What if failure, dissatisfaction, and restlessness are not exceptions — but the rule?
Arthur Schopenhauer had a disturbing answer.

In this episode of The Failure Chronicles Podcast, I explore a fictional yet deeply philosophical conversation with Arthur Schopenhauer, one of the most uncompromising thinkers in the history of philosophy.

Schopenhauer believed that human suffering is rooted in endless desire — a blind, irrational force he called the Will.
No matter how much we achieve, want, or succeed, satisfaction never lasts.

In this conversation, we discuss:

· Why life, according to Schopenhauer, is fundamentally suffering

· The concept of the blind will explained in simple terms

· Failure as a universal human experience

· Why happiness is often an illusion

· Inner vs. outer happiness

· Can renunciation and simplicity reduce suffering?

This Episode is not meant to motivate you.
It is meant to help you see reality more clearly.

If you are interested in philosophy, meaning, failure, and the darker truths of human existence, this episode is for you.

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Disclaimer for Information: The historical information inthis video is based on available sources, research, and historical records. However, some parts may include interpretations or commonly accepted theories. This content is created for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Why does hearing “no” hurt so much?
Why does the fear of rejection silently stop us from chasing our dreams?

In this episode of Failure chronicles, I share the powerful true story of Jia Jiang, the author of Rejection Proof—a man who deliberately asked strangers to reject him in order to overcome one of the deepest human fears.

Through real-life experiments, strange requests, and unexpected “yes” answers, this episode explores:

· The psychology of rejection

· Why rejection feels like physical pain

· How fear of “no” controls our decisions

· Practical strategies to become rejection-proof

This episode creating a calm but reflective space to think about fear, judgment, and personal freedom.

If you’ve ever avoided asking for what you want because you feared rejection, this Episode is for you.

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What if Nietzsche could answer your deepest questions? 🤔

In Part Two of Episode 8 of The Failure Chronicles, I chat with an AI-generated Nietzsche about:

· The true nature of evil

· Why life is full of struggle

· Turning failure into growth

· The Will to Power and creating your own values

💡 Life lessons from one of the greatest philosophers, explained simply.

🔥 Listen to Part One first for Nietzsche’s ideas before the Q&A!

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Are you ready to challenge the way you think about life, failure, and personal growth?
In Part One of Episode 8 of Failure Chronicles, I explore the mind of Friedrich Nietzsche, one of history’s most provocative philosophers.

From his famous quotes—“What does not kill me makes me stronger” and “Live your life so you’d gladly repeat every moment”—to his revolutionary ideas like the Death of God, Übermensch, Eternal Return, and the Will to Power, this episode shows how Nietzsche’s philosophy can guide us through life’s toughest moments.

💡 Learn how failure can be a tool for growth and how to takecontrol of your life instead of letting society, tradition, or fear hold you back.

🔥 Don’t miss Part Two, where I talk to an AI-generatedNietzsche and dig deeper into his philosophy in a fictional yet insightful interview.

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Can a novel truly save your life?
What happens when Friedrich Nietzsche — the philosopher of suffering, strength, and the death of God — finally sits in a therapist’s chair… and breaks open?

In this episode, we dive into Irvin Yalom’s existential masterpiece When Nietzsche Wept — a fictional encounter between Nietzsche and Dr. Josef Breuer, the father of the“talking cure” and Freud’s mentor.

This is more than a book summary — it is philosophy turned into therapy, despair turned into insight, and suffering turned into strength.
If you've ever felt lost, trapped, or afraid of life and death — this story was written for you.

📚 Book & Audiobook Resources Mentioned in episode

✔️ When Nietzsche Wept – English Book
✔️ وقتی نیچه گریست – Persian (Farsi) Book
✔️ Audiobook options for both languages
✔️ Irvin Yalom talks & resources

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Welcome to another episode of "The Failure Chronicles",where we explore the philosophy of failure and the resilience of the human spirit through the wisdom of history’s greatest minds.

In this episode, I speak with a digital incarnation of Avicenna (Ibn Sina) — the Persian polymath, physician, and philosopher who shaped centuries of science and thought. Through this imagined dialogue, we explore Avicenna’s timeless reflections on "failure, human imperfection, divine wisdom, and the search for meaning.

Together, we uncover:

* Why evil and suffering exist

* How to accept life’s trials

* What failure really teaches us

* The true meaning of patience, wisdom, and hope

* And how Avicenna himself found purpose in knowledge andservice

💬 This episode blends ancient wisdom and modern AI to inspire anyone struggling with failure or searching for peace in a chaotic world.

You can watch this episode video on the Failure chronicles YouTube channel here:

https://youtu.be/HtJHusiy-zg?si=kjS55kQZaX2-KKqf

Disclaimer for Information: The historical information in this video is based on available sources, research, and historical records. However, some parts may include interpretations or commonly accepted theories. This content is created for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Disclaimer For AI Use: Certain visuals, images, and animations in this video may have been enhanced or generated using AI tools. These are used only to support storytelling and do not represent actual historical footage.

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Dive into the turbulent life and monumental ideas of Abu Ali al-Husayn ibn Abd Allah ibn Sina—Avicenna (980–1037 CE)—the ultimate polymath of the Islamic Golden Age.

From his beginnings as a child prodigy in Samanid Bukhara to political exile, imprisonment, and creating two of history's most influential books, Avicenna's story is a compelling study of intellect, resilience, and failure as a natural process.

In this special episode of The Failure Chronicles, we explore:

- The unique Ismaili influences that shaped his young mind.

- How accessing a royal library changed his destiny.

- His incredible journey from physician to Vizier to political fugitive.

- A philosophical deep-dive into his concepts of Essence, Existence, and the 'Floating Man' thought experiment.

- Most importantly: How Avicenna’s perspective helps us move beyond superficial self-help to embrace a more balanced and real view of life and failure.

Stay tuned for Part Two, where we conduct a short conversation with an AI model trained to "think" likeAvicenna!

📚 Resources & Further Reading

The Canon of Medicine* (Qanun fi'l-Tibb)

The Book of Healing (Kitab al-Shifa)

Learn more about the Islamic Golden Age and the Samanid Dynasty.

🔥 Did Avicenna’s approach to failure change your perspective? Let us know in the comments below!

Disclaimer for Information: The historical information in this video is based on available sources, research,and historical records. However, some parts may include interpretations or commonly accepted theories. This content is created for educational andentertainment purposes only.

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Host Saber Mashirian cracks open the pantry of ancient wisdom in this essential fifth installment of The Failure Chronicles.

If the previous episode on failure was the appetizer, this is the main course: a deep dive into the philosophy of Stoicism—the secret sauce repeatedly referenced by Alain de Botton.

We’re not just sampling history; we're sitting at the table with the ultimate chef of self-control, Marcus Aurelius, the Roman philosopher-emperor. Aurelius didn't just rule an empire; he wrote the ultimate cookbook for resilience, Meditations, often penned in a tent behind the battlefield.

This episode explores his four key ingredients for a life of inner peace:

• Controlling Your Cuts: Focusing only on what you can control (your thoughts and actions).

• Accepting the Recipe: Coming to terms with unavoidable realities like the Antonine Plague and the loss of eleven children.

• Virtue as the Main Dish: Believing that good ethics and right behavior are the only true good.

• The Power of the Present Plate: Letting go of the past and the future to only savor the moment you are in.

Discover the mental fortitude that allowed the emperor to face immense personal failure—from war to chronic illness—with "justice, moderation, and humanity." Tune in to learn how to plate your own problems and transform them from overwhelming challenges into a digestible, logical feast.

Recommended Pairing: A good cup of coffee and an unshakeable will.

[Music Credit] The background music for this episode is "Ancient Rite" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License. (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)