12min chapter

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Life is hard. Can philosophy help?

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

Exploring Philosophy: From Ancient Roots to Modern Self-Help

This chapter delves into the role of philosophy, tracing its evolution from ancient times to its modern-day association with self-help. The conversation covers topics like ethics, human action, and the purpose of philosophy, emphasizing the contrast between traditional philosophical inquiries and contemporary self-help approaches.

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