What is...Socrates Cafe?
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Let's come together to explore meaningful questions through open, thoughtful dialogue. Inspired by the spirit of Socrates, we focus less on having the “right” answers and more on asking better questions, examining our assumptions, and listening deeply to one another. It’s a place where curiosity is the only requirement and where every voice has something valuable to contribute.
You’re invited to join us as we explore the question “What is a Socrates Café group?” together. Rather than defining it in advance, we’ll co‑create the answer through conversation, reflection, and shared inquiry. If you enjoy thoughtful discussion, diverse perspectives, and the chance to think in new ways, this gathering is for you. Come with an open mind, a willingness to wonder, and a readiness to discover what we can build together. Discussion not debate.
Suggested Reading: Socrates Café by Christopher Phillips is a blend of memoir, philosophy, and real-world dialogue that chronicles his effort to bring the Socratic method into everyday life through open, public gatherings where anyone can explore big questions together. Drawing on influences from classical Socratic inquiry as well as modern thinkers, Phillips shows how curiosity, doubt, and shared reflection can help people from diverse backgrounds engage more deeply with themselves and one another. The book not only tells the story of how these groups began but also serves as a guide for creating inclusive, participatory conversations that encourage empathy, critical thinking, and the co‑creation of meaning.
Links:
https://www.amazon.com/Socrates-Cafe-Fresh-Taste-Philosophy/dp/039332298X
https://socratescafe.com/socrates-cafes-facilitated-by-christopher-phillips/