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Donald Robertson on Socrates, Philosophy, and Modern Self-Help

The Stoic Handbook by Jon Brooks

CHAPTER

Engaging with Socratic Thought

This chapter focuses on the value of summarizing information and posing questions to deepen understanding, while exploring the historical complexities of Socrates' life and philosophy. The speaker emphasizes a creative narrative approach to presenting Socratic themes, balancing historical accuracy with inspirational storytelling. They also reflect on the enduring impact of ancient philosophical texts, connecting Western and Eastern ideas, and share insights from their experiences with audio recording for writing projects.

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