Why You're Already A Philosopher (According to Ayn Rand)

Join us for a fundamental and exhilarating in-person discussion as we tackle Ayn Rand's seminal essay, "Philosophy: Who Needs It." This is perhaps one of Rand's most crucial and accessible non-fiction pieces, directly confronting the common perception that philosophy is an obscure, impractical subject relevant only to academics.

This meetup offers a unique opportunity to:

• Unpack Rand's Bold Claim: Explore why Rand asserts that philosophy is not a luxury, but a necessity for human life and a guide for achieving values.

• Identify Your Own Philosophical Premises: Reflect on how philosophical ideas, even unacknowledged ones, shape your decisions, beliefs, and emotions daily.

• Discuss the Five Branches of Philosophy: Understand Rand's breakdown of Metaphysics, Epistemology, Ethics, Politics, and Esthetics, and their interconnectedness.

• Engage in Lively Dialogue: Share your insights, questions, and different perspectives on the essay's profound implications for individual living and societal health.

Whether you're new to Rand's work, a seasoned student of philosophy, or simply curious about the profound impact of abstract ideas on concrete reality, this discussion promises to be intellectually rigorous and personally illuminating.

To get the most out of the discussion, we strongly encourage reading Ayn Rand's essay "Philosophy: Who Needs It", available in the book of the same name and at the link below:

https://courses.aynrand.org/works/philosophy-who-needs-it/

Recommend viewing is this video on the same essay, available at the link below:

https://youtu.be/rXtS4FpW3mM?si=j3Pc70TgtYQEwilx

See you there!