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The struggle for the good life | Massimo Pigliucci on ancient philosophy for the modern era

Philosophy For Our Times

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Navigating Ancient Wisdom: A Modern Perspective on the Good Life

This chapter delves into ancient philosophical ideas, using 'dragons' as a metaphor for the challenging realms of thought from notable thinkers like Pythagoras and Aipatia. It emphasizes the importance of character, pleasure, and critical doubt in leading a meaningful life, while also connecting these ideas to modern psychological insights about relational connections.

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