all life is problem solving
This is not a book review, it's just some notes I took after finishing the book. What's your philosophy of life? Irvine defines a philosophy of life comprising of two steps, creation of goals and learning techniques to achieve those goals. And stoicism is one such philosophy. The aim of stoicism is the maintenance of … Continue reading Some Notes on Stoicism
There is a study done by Israeli psychologist Georges R. Tamarin on in-group mentality, particularly the effects of religious teachings and outlooks in children on their ethical and moral judgments—"the effect of uncritical teaching of the Bible on the propensity for forming prejudices (particularly the notion of the 'chosen people,' the superiority of the monotheistic … Continue reading The Influence of Ethnic and Religious Prejudice on Moral Judgement
I'm going to read, at least, a paper (philosophy) a day for the month of October. So here's my list of 31 papers (probably will read more, if I have time). Papers are not arranged in any particular order. I'll read randomly or the ones that interest me in any particular day. I'll include some … Continue reading October: A Philosophy Paper a Day
On January 1, we lost one of the most influential moral philosophers of 20th century. Derek Parfit was Emeritus Senior Research Fellow at All Souls College, Oxford and visiting professor of Philosophy at NYU, Harvard and Rutgers. His book 'Reasons and Persons' claimed to be one of the important works in moral philosophy literature. Parfit on death: … Continue reading What a Sad Loss: Derek Parfit (1942-2017)