What we’re about
This group seeks to explore philosophies and theories from all ages concerning the "art of living." This includes classics like Aristotle's virtue ethics and the Stoics, modern approaches like Nietzsche's self-creation and self-overcoming, as well as contemporary "self-growth" authors such as Tony Robbins, Robert Greene, Jay Shetty, and James Clear. We will consult these texts with regard to our guiding question of how can we orient ourselves (more) successfully in today's world. The respective texts will be chosen together with the group's members. Everyone is welcome who is willing to read the texts before the sessions and open to debate them in a respectful and focuses manner.
This group is part of a local philosophy foundation in Nashville, called the "Foundation for Philosophical Orientation." Please join us for our bi-weekly meetings and try to contact us in advance.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Philosophies of the Art of Living (discussion/reading group)Monday Night Preservation Co., Nashville, TN
This weekly meetup group seeks to explore philosophies and theories from all ages and cultures concerning the "art of living." This includes classics like Aristotle's virtue ethics and the Stoics, modern approaches like Nietzsche's self-creation or self-overcoming, as well as contemporary "self-growth" authors such as Tony Robbins, Robert Greene, Jay Shetty, or James Clear. We will consult these texts with regard to our guiding question of: How can we orient ourselves (more) successfully in today's world?
On June 13, 2024, we will discuss:
- Dale Carnegie, "How to Win Friends and Influence People" (originally 1936, but any edition is fine)For additional background, 2 optional readings:
- “The Art of Living as an Art of Orientation,” by Werner Stegmaier, which you can find here https://www.orientation-philosophy.com/work/publications/essays-on-orientation-skills-in-everyday-and-professional-life/stegmaier-art-of-living/
- “Nietzsche’s Art of Living in the United States Today,” by Reinhard G. Mueller, which you can find here: https://www.orientation-philosophy.com/work/publications/essays-on-orientation-skills-in-everyday-and-professional-life/rmueller-nietzsches-art-of-living/