Dear Humans,

We’ve been reading “Androcles and the Lion” this week. That’s the one where Andy pulls the splinter from the lion’s paw and in return the lion doesn’t eat him. 

And even though it originally referred to a Roman slave and a cruel emperor thousands of years ago, we still tell that story because the theme remains true. As they say in Latin, Sibi benefacit qui benefacit amico (He benefits himself who benefits a friend).

Stories last. No matter our current context, we can tell the same story–with a few variations–to help make sense of our lives. And here’s one secret to living the good life: know these old stories well and learn to see yourself in them.

Sincerely,

Mr. Curt