Philosophies aren’t meant to be discussed as an idle pastime. Philosophers seek wisdom to live better. Philosophers across many traditions have offered therapeutic exercises to help people incorporate philosophical ideas into their lives. Genuinely understanding a philosophical idea means perceiving the world in a new way. Each month, we will focus on an exercise related to the topic of our discussion. Try it out to see if it helps you live according to what you think is most important.
Philosophy can help us focus on what matters most. Gratitude exercises should ot be used to invent connections or hide the truth. They should help us see the good in people and situations we find difficult. Start with something small. Think of a common situation that you dislike. Can you think of aspects of that situation to be thankful for? Repeat this exercise regularly to help change how you see the world.
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