Should we be responsible for the Earth | Earth Day 2024
It is through our actions in the world and behaviour that we can learn in an integrated way. As a part of Earth Day celebration, we invite everyone to join us for the clean-up of the local area in Rathmines, as a part of The Great Global Cleanup®. In this way we can explore learning […]
Should we be responsible for the Earth | Earth Day 2024
We are celebrating Earth Day this year with a roundtable discussion about the relationship we have with Nature and our responsibility for it. In the modern world we feel more separate than ever from Nature, overlooking how essential this vital relationship is to the human being. Throughout history, humanity cultivated a more holistic and integrated […]
Earth Day Workshop – Make Your Own Eco Cleaning Products
Ever thought about making your own eco-friendly cleaning products but didn’t know where to start? There’s so many tips and hacks online but what do we ever try for oursleves? Inspired by the occasion of Earth Day let’s explore some simple home made cleaning solutions together so we gain the experience and perhaps become less […]
Ikebana – The magic of living flowers – Learning to Let Go
Ikebana is an ancient art of arranging flowers in Japan, called the “way of living flowers.” Its aim is to “make flowers come alive”, expressing an idea or a sentiment. Like in any art, mastering Ikebana requires both technical skill and embodying its essence. True beauty emerges by allowing their natural beauty to become visible […]
Wisdom of Martial Arts – How to Build Inner Strength
Traditional martial arts is a combination of inner strength and outer technique, both intimately connected to aid in the development of the practitioner. This workshop will examine the martial principles that foster and promote that inner strength and explore practices to expand discipline, resilience, mental calm and self-knowledge. No previous knowledge needed. Please wear comfortable […]
The Hidden Wisdom of Trees
We are celebrating Earth Day this year with a free talk exploring the incredible wisdom of trees in how they interact with each other and their environment. We can learn a lot from their example! From interconnecting root systems to how they communicate, protect themselves and each other, acting like a true community, trees demonstrate […]
Inspirational Women who Changed the World | Idealism, Courage & Love
On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2024, we are celebrating the remarkable examples of generous women, both at home and abroad, and their contribution to society. Their ability to manifest their vision of a better future through acts of courage and love for others will be explored in the light of timeless philosophical teachings in this interactive free talk open to all.
Nano Nagle & the Spirit of Altruism
This March we are celebrating International Women’s Day with a free talk honouring the life and work of Nano Nagle. In the face of incredible risk Nano Nagle dedicated her life to the education and support of those in need. What can we learn from such an example about the spirit of altruism and how […]
How to Renew Ourselves – Inspired by Egyptian Symbolism
In ancient Egypt the heart was a powerful symbol of Life and ‘Life force’, the seat of our deepest identity and key to the purpose of being. The Egyptian Book of the Dead says that “our heart belongs to the divine, the divine renews our heart, our heart renews our life and a renewed life purifies the […]
How to live better together in today’s world?
In an unstable world, Philosophy promotes a culture of living together. Living together encourages us to develop deeper values such as altruism, solidarity and generosity. Living together means learning to develop human relationships, to develop a human interest and to move away from utilitarianism.