Practical Philosophy equips you for life

Practical Philosophy Introductory Course Nationwide Week Commencing 15th April

Those seeking an understanding of our existence and the world in which we live are invited to attend a 10 week course in practical philosophy which shows that there is an underlying unity to everything and that this holds the key to a happy, fulfilling and peaceful life.

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Introductory courses available at

  • Dublin
  • Dublin North
  • Dublin South
  • Belfast
  • Cork
  • Drogheda
  • Dundalk
  • Ennis
  • Galway
  • Gorey
  • Kilkenny
  • L’Derry
  • Letterkenny
  • Limerick
  • Longford
  • Naas
  • Navan
  • Sligo
  • Tralee
  • Tullamore
  • Waterford
  • Westport

Why Philosopy? An explanation:

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10 week course content

Week 1

Practical Philosophy: the love and application of wisdom. How to act wisely and with confidence in all circumstances.

Week 2

Observation as the key to self-knowledge. Being true to ourselves.

Week 3

The difference between knowledge and information. The levels of awareness. Cultivating the spirit of enquiry.

Week 4

Realising our limitless potential. The nature of justice and injustice. Transcending fear.

Week 5

The power of reason. How to access the underlying stillness and peace in all circumstances.

Week 6

Waking up out of dreams. Discriminating between the changing and the unchanging.

Week 7

In truth, who am I? The nature of the body, mind and heart. How to develop and strengthen the power of attention.

Week 8

Rising above the mechanicalness of everyday living. Discovering true freedom.

Week 9

Living in the present. Is there an unchanging I? Improving efficiency and increasing energy.

Week 10

What is truth itself? The way ahead.

Week 11

Week 12

Each weekly session lasts 2 hours, including refreshment break. Enrol online today.

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Distance Learning Starting April 16

Distance Learning is designed for those who cannot attend classes at one of the many branches around Ireland. The School of Philosophy is offering its Introductory Philosophy Course via an online, interactive distance-learning format. Not a text-based chat-room, this enjoyable format allows the entire class to be heard and seen via the internet.

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Other Courses

The Philosophy of Socrates and Plato Introduction

Course starts 26th Jan. - 8 Weeks.

Selection of CDs available

Now available -
Philosophy & Acceptance
Philosophy & Unleashing Your Creativity

Philosophy and Acceptance

This talk examines the nature of true acceptance and what it means to 'go with the flow'.

Current List of Lectures available on CD