When it comes to death, philosophers’ have often focused their attention on what death means for the person who has died. But what about those who are “left behind”? Julian Baggini – philosopher, author & founding editor of The Philosopher’s Magazine — discusses three dimensions of death: what death means…
Critical thinking is an important skill to cultivate and not just for those in the sciences. According to psychologist Rachel Grieve, it should be part of the broader curriculum. Why? “Being able to actively consider and evaluate information, identify biases, examine the logic of arguments, and tolerate ambiguity until the…
Losing someone you love can hit you like a freight train. Especially when you are juggling the multiple demands. When it comes to work, some people are lucky enough to be granted time off for bereavement, though typically if time allotted, its not nearly enough. What is more, few companies…
Philosophy is a powerful tool. While many coaching and leadership programs stress communication and organization, few focus on the import of philosophical self-reflection. But there is ample evidence that suggest they should. A recent study in BMC Neuroscience revealed that a critical region in the brain (the ACC) is activated…
The pain and grief of losing a pet is very real and can be extremely overwhelming. Sadly, though not surprisingly, grief over the loss of a pet is often dismissed or treated with less respect and sensitivity as grief over the loss of a human. According to Carol Baldwin, certified…
Bringing death out of the closet requires opening the door! That’s what the Wake Up to Dying Project is all about. Led by Executive Director Nina Thompson and her talented team, the mission of this national awareness and action campaign is to encourage people to think and talk about dying in…
Is there a good time to die? If so, how much has to do with luck and how much has to do with choice? Morgan Rempel, Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of Southern Mississippi, examines these very questions in his review of Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Charles Krauthammer’s Time…
The ability to think clearly and logically is an asset for humans from all walks of life. This is especially the case for those who are recovering from an addiction. Why? Gut feelings and (oft) irrational beliefs are frequently the “weapon of choice” for addicts and important factors in what…
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In this walk featuring David Nowakowski we’ll explore excellence — what it is, why and how we pursue it, and how to appreciate excellence in others. Learn more & RSVP here!
An American Philosophical Association special series by Jeremy Bendik-Keymer and the “Into Philosophy” Team. This interview with Merlin CCC Founder & Director, Marisa Diaz-Waian, is part of a collection of collaborative essays/mini-series called “Philosophy as a Way of Life.” Read the interview here!
A 2021 Vernon Press anthology series edited by Stephen Kekoa Miller featuring eight chapters about doing philosophy in innovative ways, both in the schools and the community at large. Read about our chapter, “Philosophy In & By the Community,” here!
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