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Can existential philosophy improve your life? — Dr Natalie Fraser

The Weekend University

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The Perils of Idolizing Philosophical Figures

This chapter explores the complexities of idolizing influential figures in existential philosophy, focusing on the lives of Alan Watts and Viktor Frankl. The speakers emphasize the importance of acknowledging the humanity in these figures and the risks associated with placing them on pedestals.

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