Lasagna+&+Epicureanism

Lasagna and Philosophy. Ok, so Lasagna is not the most philosophical of all the foods, (everyone knows that it is the Greek salad) but it has important ties to the group of indulgent way-finders known as the Epicureans. These people, founded by a guy named Epicurus, believed in a state of peace free of all fears or cares in ordinary life, and that you should indulge yourself in modest amounts. For instance, they thought that it would be fine to enjoy a nice snack every now and again when it strikes you, but avoid overeating. Their whole plan was to avoid pain in all of its iterations. The pains of religion, superstition, politics, culture differences, breaking the law, heartburn, etc. To achieve this, they would try to keep themselves happy in a psychological way. So as opposed to the Lasagna you are eating, it matters more who you are eating Lasagna with. Epicurus said –“ of all the things which wisdom has contrived which contribute to a blessed life, none is more important, more fruitful, than friendship ” So go ahead and enjoy your Lasagna, Fettucini, or whatever pasta dish tickles your fancy. It’s alright with Epicurus.