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53 Why Platonism and Stoicism Are Going Viral w/ John Vervaeke

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Aug 21, 2023
Cognitive scientist John Vervaeke discusses the resurgence of Platonism and Stoicism in modern times. The podcast explores the growing trend of ancient wisdom practices and compares cognitive behavioral therapy with other psychotherapies. The contrasting views of Plato and Stoics on human mind and consciousness are examined, as well as the differences between Neoplatonism and original Platonism. The interconnection of rationality and emotion is emphasized, and the transformative power of the love of beauty is explored.
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