Ancient wisdom still works (and better than you think)
Mar 2, 2025
We love to think that we live in the most advanced era in history. And it's true: we have technology, science, artificial intelligence… but when it comes to how to live better, the most powerful answers still come from centuries ago.
Did you know that the mindfulness we practice today was already used by Buddhist monks over 2,500 years ago? Or that the African philosophy Ubuntu, which focuses on community, is the basis for many current collective solutions?
Or that the concept of Wu Wei in Taoism —the art of flowing without forcing— is something that the most successful leaders apply daily to make better decisions?
The world has changed, but our mind still works the same. We continue to feel stress, seek meaning, want to connect with others, want to be well. And that’s where ancient wisdom still makes perfect sense.
The best part is that you don’t need to go to a temple.
You also don't need to spend years studying to apply these teachings. Sometimes, all it takes is to remember a phrase, an image, an idea that brings you back to what is essential.
Think about this:
A deep pause in the midst of chaos.
Accepting that everything changes, even what worries you now.
Recognizing that you are not alone, that you belong to something greater.
These are small gestures, almost invisible, but they transform how you feel inside. And the most amazing thing: the benefits are noticed quickly. Just try it a couple of times to see how anxiety decreases, how a new mental space opens up, how you regain a bit of calm.
That's what we do at Wisser: bring that ancient wisdom in small doses, so you can apply it in a minute and notice the difference in your day.