Hi sushi, First off, thanks for your discussion with Massimo Pigliucci, here: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/7176/limitations-of-science-an...
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...
Thanks for taking the time to reply. Just a reminder of the Massimo Pigliucci article to which you are referring: https://platofootnote.wordpress.com/...
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...
Okeiosis from discussion: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/7206/the-art-of-living-not-just-for-stoics Could almost be part of the song lyrics...
Yes. I have difficulty understanding this concept as well. Did you watch the Athens TED video ? Linked to here: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discuss...
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'...
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...
@"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...
'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 ...
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...
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 ...
Candidates who have been withdrawn from their respective parties and are still on the ballot paper seemingly have the status as Independents. Therefor...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
I noticed your reference to it here: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/7179/opposing-perspectives-of-truth It has good reviews, including your...
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... ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
I understand that there will be ongoing mod and admin discussions happening behind the scene. Just thought that, given the Selection Criteria now help...
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...
From: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/7089/discuss-philosophy-with-professor-massimo-pigliucci/p3 @"Baden" It's been 4 days now. Define 'soo...
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...
I just noticed that Philosophy Day has passed - Thurs 21st November. https://philosophydayatccny.wordpress.com ...and wondered what the Prof's input h...
: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...
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...
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...
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: ...
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...
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...
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