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Hi sushi, First off, thanks for your discussion with Massimo Pigliucci, here: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/7176/limitations-of-science-an...
December 07, 2019 at 09:56
What I am more interested in are the implications of holding such beliefs and how they might compare with Stoicism as an 'Art of Living'. Philosophy a...
December 06, 2019 at 08:41
Thanks for taking the time to reply. Just a reminder of the Massimo Pigliucci article to which you are referring: https://platofootnote.wordpress.com/...
December 06, 2019 at 08:18
Yes, I noticed the googled Vermont/American excerpt too. NB - I think you forgot to use the quote function.
December 05, 2019 at 15:51
https://www.rep.routledge.com/articles/thematic/stoicism/v-1/sections/oikeiosis This can't be right :chin: The ancients must have cared for their anim...
December 05, 2019 at 15:45
Okeiosis from discussion: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/7206/the-art-of-living-not-just-for-stoics Could almost be part of the song lyrics...
December 05, 2019 at 14:23
OK, I think I better understand the concept of 'Okeiosis' and the 'contraction of circles' having read this:
December 05, 2019 at 14:21
And how do you know what is 'good' for you ?
December 05, 2019 at 12:50
For anyone joining in: Just want to clarify the words quoted are not mine but Massimo's. Edit: thanks @"ovdtogt" for editing :smile:
December 05, 2019 at 12:48
Yes. I have difficulty understanding this concept as well. Did you watch the Athens TED video ? Linked to here: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discuss...
December 05, 2019 at 12:25
Therein lies the nub of it. How 'capable' are we, as humans ? From @"MPigliucci"'s article: . Any thoughts on these Stoic 'circles of ethical concern'...
December 05, 2019 at 12:00
Yes, pretty much :cool: Any part cooler for you than any other ? I enjoyed the inclusion of 10 quotes from the Meditations re the issue of metaphysics...
December 05, 2019 at 11:24
@"bert1" I noticed your post in the Guest Speaker: Introduction to Massimo Pigliucci thread: It would be interesting to hear what your question(s) wou...
December 05, 2019 at 11:08
'The Art of Living - The Stoics on the Nature and Function of Philosophy' - by John Sellars. From the back cover: 'Sellars argues that the conception ...
December 05, 2019 at 08:48
Understood, thanks for clearing that up.
December 04, 2019 at 12:22
Oh. OK. So, will that be organised by the mods, or whoever, as @"fdrake" suggested earlier: 'I think there will be separate forum wide threads for eac...
December 04, 2019 at 12:19
Yes, the fact that there are 5 distinct and diverse discussions. Who knows, it could result in an avalanche of thought-provoking stuff - and all done ...
December 04, 2019 at 11:52
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Candidates who have been withdrawn from their respective parties and are still on the ballot paper seemingly have the status as Independents. Therefor...
December 03, 2019 at 16:05
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Yes. I find this totally shocking as presented in the following article: https://www.theguardian.com/news/2019/dec/03/anywhere-but-westminster-vox-pop...
December 03, 2019 at 14:29
Thanks for further explanation. Of the 3, the first sounds most like my cuppa tea. Memoirs of Hadrian, Marguerite Yourcenar. According to wiki: The bo...
December 02, 2019 at 17:52
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Yes, well. Not a great surprise. Everything is Labour's fault, or Corbyn's in particular. Despicable given the family's request: ---------- On a more ...
December 02, 2019 at 09:09
Yes, I understand that we tend to choose books related to our interests. I have sometimes lived dangerously :naughty: and gone for the opposite to my ...
December 01, 2019 at 18:36
How so ?
December 01, 2019 at 18:15
I noticed your reference to it here: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/7179/opposing-perspectives-of-truth It has good reviews, including your...
December 01, 2019 at 17:31
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Yeah. Really hoping for a damning, turning moment in this campaign; a special which nobody can ignore. But I think the bastards are on their guard... ...
December 01, 2019 at 11:21
Why would you think so ? I don't have inside knowledge of what is happening in academia. However, there is a sense that philosophy is not seen as valu...
December 01, 2019 at 11:12
I don't know enough about 'feminist ethics' or its history to comment on any 'revival'. I have never been comfortable with the word 'feminist'. What d...
December 01, 2019 at 10:43
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Amity-Ville not say.
December 01, 2019 at 09:36
Yes. And not only that. Personal development comes in all shapes and sizes. Just posted through my door: HF Holidays brochure with Special Interest br...
November 30, 2019 at 11:08
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Trump pre-election visit. Johnson worried. Hah. Well now, a Trumpian intervention didn't seem to concern Johnson much when it came to his supporting B...
November 30, 2019 at 09:58
The Future of Philosophy We might consider the distinction between what the future holds for the 'field of philosophy' in academic settings and how th...
November 30, 2019 at 09:22
I am surprised that your dental surgeon hasn't discussed alternative pain relief medication or strategies. No wonder you are scared if this issue hasn...
November 29, 2019 at 10:44
Congratulations to all chosen OPs :smile: Also to team who made this happen. Well done, guys ! Looking forward to the discussions between you and Mass...
November 28, 2019 at 22:49
I understand that there will be ongoing mod and admin discussions happening behind the scene. Just thought that, given the Selection Criteria now help...
November 28, 2019 at 11:16
What do you mean 'have their discussions made' ? Will you also inform the Unchosen Ones sooner rather than later by PM ?
November 28, 2019 at 10:47
The 1st December. Is that when Massimo Pigliucci visits as Guest Speaker ? Are we only to find out then who the Chosen Ones are ? On the Day of The Fi...
November 28, 2019 at 10:22
From: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/7089/discuss-philosophy-with-professor-massimo-pigliucci/p3 @"Baden" It's been 4 days now. Define 'soo...
November 28, 2019 at 10:11
Why would you do that ? What ? Everybody ? Including moi ? And how much do we really know each other - or allow anyone to see more than we want ? Well...
November 28, 2019 at 10:00
I just noticed that Philosophy Day has passed - Thurs 21st November. https://philosophydayatccny.wordpress.com ...and wondered what the Prof's input h...
November 24, 2019 at 09:25
:grin: Wherever do you find them ? That last one was a killer ! Talking of which: The Chinese are running out of healthy dead pigs. Eek. https://www.s...
November 24, 2019 at 08:53
Eh, you what ? Well yes, this little angel :halo: can be ever so slightly naughty :naughty: However, I was only thinking of Stoicism; and being prepar...
November 24, 2019 at 08:24
You wouldn't happen to have tissues handy, would you ? G'night :smile:
November 23, 2019 at 09:35
Goddamit, Wallows ! *sneezes* I thought I told you I'm allergic to cut flowers :mask:
November 23, 2019 at 09:20
Oh, what a dreamy way to start the day... Time to celebrate the unholy alliance that is 'Wallamity' who first realised their One-ness :hearts: here: h...
November 23, 2019 at 09:01
What's wrong with a bit of wallamity? :hearts:
November 22, 2019 at 18:47
You mean like this @"Wallows" ? How can I not give you credit for all the inspiration, huh ? They should join our questions and make us as One :wink: ...
November 22, 2019 at 18:39
Live, Look and Learn: Maximize Your Potential: The Stoic Life in Accordance with Nature https://dailystoic.com/stoicism-nature/
November 22, 2019 at 18:31
Yes well. I think it would be great to have a few miscellaneous,fun questions. Like, is it true what @"Wallows" said about Massimo liking ducks, a lot...
November 22, 2019 at 11:49
There are more than a few people who leave forums because of unpleasant attacks or trolling. It is unfortunate that they leave - better to stay and im...
November 22, 2019 at 08:31
Thanks.
November 20, 2019 at 21:52