"How to Think Like Socrates" - Donald Robertson, Second Meeting

This meeting of Tampa Stoics is IN-PERSON at The Skills Center (5107 N 22nd St, Tampa, FL 33610). We will have a private room.

Reading Material - "How to Think Like Socrates" - Donald Robertson

This meeting will cover the next two chapters, "The Female Socrates", and "The Oracle of Apollo".

How to Think Like Socrates is an accessible and informative guide to the life of one of the greatest thinkers in history, and the first book to focus on applying his ideas to our daily lives. Donald J. Robertson transports readers back to ancient Athens, expertly weaving together a page-turning account of a philosopher who eschewed material pleasures and stood by his beliefs, even in the face of controversy, with a steadfastness that ultimately resulted in his execution.

The book highlights the continuing value of the Socratic method to modern life. As a practicing cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist, Robertson also uses his expertise to reveal many parallels between the evidence-based concepts and techniques of modern psychology and the philosophy of Socrates, and shows how his insights can guide and benefit all of us to this day.

Link to Material on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0c0x6dPb

Meeting Venue

The Skills Center - 5107 N 22nd St, Tampa, FL 33610. It is south of Hillsborough Avenue on 22nd Street in Tampa. Parking can be accessed from McBerry Street or 22nd Street. There is no food or drink at the venue, you can bring one if you choose, but we must be good guests and clean up after ourselves. Thank you!

In general, Stoicism teaches us how to handle difficult people and events, how to avoid anger and worry, and overall to use moderation in all aspects of our lives. We will discuss how Stoic practice can lead to a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Our group enjoys open-minded, respectful conversations on Stoicism and how it relates to science, culture, philosophy, other belief systems, and pop culture (books and movies). If we differ in our opinions, then "we agree to disagree". The long-term goal is to improve our minds via group discussions. Our group does NOT discuss religion or politics.

This event is free and open to the public.