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by Ed Whelan, Contributing Writer, Classical Wisdom The Greeks and Romans have decisively shaped Western civilization, which in turn has influenced modern global culture and society. Today, we can still learn from their teachings and thought. They were interested in the same things as we are, such as happiness, freedom, and well-being. Graeco-Roman civilization can

“They have no shame!” my friend lamented as we walked together around a lake in the Italian countryside. “They hire makeup artists, buy ring lights – everything so they can take the perfect selfie for their facebook page or tick tock-what not.” “Back when we were young,” she continued, “the ideal picture was one someone