Practical Philosophy Introductory Course (Part 1)
What is Practical Philosophy?
Practical Philosophy explores the meaning of wisdom, truth and consciousness and the real nature of the human being.
It draws from the great philosophical teachings of the East and West to help us enjoy a deeper understanding of ourselves, our world and mankind.
Why Explore Practical Philosophy?
Practical Philosophy offers students an effective and novel approach to the great questions of life: Who am I? How can I be truly happy? How can I be at peace? What is the purpose of my life? How may I realise my full potential?
Philosophical study yields real answers to real questions and helps us to:
- Enjoy high self esteem and real confidence
- Eliminate fear and negativity from our lives
- Understand myself and the world more
- Raise our level of awareness
- Realise our true purpose
- Discover a deeper peace and stillness within
- Be content and free from stress
- Experience harmonious relationships
- Connect with the limitless source of energy
Overview
Our study of Practical Philosophy begins with a 10 or 12 week Introductory Course (called 'Part 1') and then continues forward with additional 10 or 12 week terms for those who wish to explore further. The 2-hour classes are filled with lively discussions and the spirit of inquiry. There is a half hour break for refreshments where students get to know each other and share experiences.
The Introductory Course offers an entirely practical approach to the study and practice of philosophical principles. The course is for everyone regardless of race, education, occupation, age, culture and religion. No prior knowledge is needed - simply a desire to examine life and enjoy it more fully.
In the first session of the Introductory Course a very simple practice is given to enable students to begin to connect with a deeper peace and stillness within themselves and also observe more clearly the state of their own mind and emotions. For those who decide to continue their study beyond the Introductory Course, meditation is offered in the fourth term. Students wishing to take up meditation earlier may do so.
Syllabus
| Week 1 | Practical Philosophy: the love and application of wisdom. How to act wisely and with confidence in all circumstances. |
| Week 2 | Being true to ourselves. Understand more about ourselves and the world. |
| Week 3 | The difference between knowledge and information. Raising our level of awareness. Cultivating the spirit of enquiry. |
| Week 4 | Realising our limitless potential and enjoying high self-esteem. The nature of justice and injustice. Eliminating fear and negativity from our lives. |
| Week 5 | The power of reason. Discovering a deeper peace and stillness within - 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 | Identification with the changing, and its effects. Remembering the unchanging observer and understanding the four states of attention. |
| Week 9 | Rising above the mechanicalness of everyday living. Discovering true contentment and freedom from stress. |
| Week 10 | Living in the present. Is there an unchanging I? Improving efficiency and connecting with the limitless source of energy. |
| Week 11 | Harmonious relationships and the three states of love. The three types of speech. Using attention in the proper way. |
| Week 12 | What is truth itself? The way ahead. |
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Course Details
Duration
The course runs for 10 to 12 weeks depending on the term. Each session lasts about two hours, with a break for refreshments. Classes are from 7.30 to 9.30 in the evenings, except where stated otherwise, and from 10.00 to 12.00 on mornings where available. In Dublin the same course is offered each evening of the week and on Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Next Course
Courses start in September, January and April. See starting dates, times & locations for all branches nationwide.
Location
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Dublin address: 49 Northumberland Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.
Requirements
None
Fee
Fee for one term €150 (or Stg£110 for Northern Ireland). Concessions are available for married couples and for anyone with a genuine difficulty paying the full fee. All such requests will be discreetly managed and warmly received on enrolment.
Enrolment
Enrolment takes place fifteen minutes before the lecture on the first day of your attendance. Fee payable at first class.
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