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How can we find calm in our daily life?
Feeling stressed? Rushed? This video gives a guide through this simple but timeless exercise that has been in use in the School for decades. It’s
January 5, 2023
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How do we cope with tough times?
Do we crumble and collapse or is there a way through? Christine Lambie speaks about Epictetus, who lived from c55-135 AD. Epictetus himself will have
December 11, 2022
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How do we find meaning in life?
In this short presentation Christine Lambie looks at the work of Viktor Frankl – a psychiatrist, neurologist and philosopher, as well as Holocaust survivor. Christine
December 11, 2022
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Philosophy as a way of life
How can philosophy be a way of life? Pierre Hadot wrote about ancient Greek and Roman philosophers who approached philosophy with the goal and practice
December 11, 2022
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Philosophy Cafe Fridays
Philosophy Cafe Fridays A weekly get together of like minded people, who want to engage or recharge their interest in the practical benefits of studying
November 29, 2022
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Sanskrit Live on Mondays
Much of Eastern philosophy originates from an oral tradition which was initially written down in Sanskrit. This language continues to be actively studied by students
November 10, 2022
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Philosophy Live on Fridays
Each Friday during the term a tutor from the Practical Philosophy course will present a philosophic gem which we hope will be of interest. Each
November 5, 2022
How our introductory courses work
A tutor presents philosophical ideas, and leads a discussion based on what arises in the group. Being practical rather than academic, the emphasis is on personal knowledge and experience. Students are encouraged neither to accept nor reject the ideas put forward, but to test them in practice for themselves, in the light of their own experience.
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“The daily awareness exercises … have changed my thinking and I feel more relaxed about situations in the media and other aspects of my daily life.”
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"The knowledge and experience that I have gained from the philosophy classes has helped me to discover more about myself and better prepare for dealing with life's daily surprises and challenges."
