Free Talk | How to live like a modern Stoic
“Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” Marcus Aurelius Following the advice given by famous Roman emperor and stoic Marcus Aurelius is something that can be practised by anyone. What does it mean to be a modern stoic? Practising the four cardinal virtues of stoicism can give us an idea and […]
Magic in the Renaissance – Paracelsus & the Art of Healing
Renaissance magic taught of the interconnected nature of life. Beyond mere superstition, magic was the pursuit of the magi, the sage, in search of wisdom. An expression of wisdom in the manifested world is health, to know what is best for us and to avoid excesses. This talk will explore the wisdom of Renaissance magic […]
World Philosophy Day – Philosophical Practices
Philosophical Practices – according to Ancient Tradition Free Talk | Practical Exercises Why talk about philosophical practices today, which were often described as spiritual exercises? The ancients were quick to understand what the problems of human beings have always been. They understood that there is an external and an internal human being and sometimes we find […]
World Philosophy Day – Philosophical Practices
Philosophical Practices – according to Ancient Tradition Free Talk | Practical Exercises | Exhibition Why talk about philosophical practices today, which were often described as spiritual exercises? The ancients were quick to understand what the problems of human beings have always been. They understood that there is an external and an internal human being and […]
World Philosophy Day – Practices For The Inner Self
Practices For The Inner Self The Power of Silence Philosophical Practices Inspired By Tibetan Buddhism Free Talk Ancient traditions found it important to discern what is essential from what is superficial. In Tibet we find the teaching of the two paths, one of the Heart and another of the Eye. It teaches us that a […]
How to Live in Times of Change
The final instalment in our ‘How to Live’ series! An uncertain future is one of our greatest modern concerns. But this is not new as humanity has faced changing times throughout history. Following Stoic principles, this talk will outline how we can approach change and uncertainty with serenity, confidence and hope for the future.
How to Live in Solidarity with Others
Part one of our new ‘How to Live’ series! The Human Being has always sought meaning in life. In many cases it seems our greatest struggles help us find that meaning and the strength to overcome. Inspired by the work of psychologist and holocaust survivor, Viktor Frankl, this talk will explore the nature of meaning […]
How to Live a Life of Meaning
Part one of our new ‘How to Live’ series! The Human Being has always sought meaning in life. In many cases it seems our greatest struggles help us find that meaning and the strength to overcome. Inspired by the work of psychologist and holocaust survivor, Viktor Frankl, this talk will explore the nature of meaning […]
Open Day – Celebrating Philosophy & Art
Saturday, 30th September & Sunday, 01st October from 11.30am It has been 9 years since we first opened our doors in Rathmines, time has flown by and we now would like to celebrate philosophy as a daily practice in this Open Doors event with roundtable discussions, practical workshops and exhibitions – all under the umbrella […]
How to Love – According to Stoicism
The Human Being has always sought love in life. In our relationships with others we mostly think of love as something to receive, a condition of being loved. Yet the Stoics suggest that it is more important to empower ourselves to love, freely and actively, rather than expecting only to be loved. Love is the […]