Accented Philosophy

We're all keeping busy, but is this the same as being truly active as a person? Erich Fromm on activity and busy-ness.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.       

Are we doing anything wrong by owning things? Erich Fromm on the ethics of private ownership.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.      

Most of us have too much stuff. Stuff that is not really needed, that does not make us happier, and that just fills up our lives. But what can we do to solve this problem?In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.      

The difference between HAVING and BEING in our lives, according to philosopher and psychoanalyst Erich Fromm. Here: A flower seen by two poets, one Western and one Japanese.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.     

The difference between HAVING and BEING in our lives, according to philosopher and psychoanalyst Erich Fromm.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.    

We all avoid household work, if we can. But is it wise to do so?In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.    

What is alienation at work, and what can we do about it?In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.      

When I go to the wilderness with my bushcraft knife or my 4WD Jeep, what do I need society for?In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.     

The Industrial Revolution and capitalism have brought us previously unknown material wealth -- but only if what you want is also what everyone else wants.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Find all episodes with video and text on Every Dawn:https://everydawn.comRead more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.comBrought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed from Envato Elements.    

Explore the tension between individuality and societal conformity. Delve into how seeking comfort in the crowd can threaten personal freedom and well-being. Discover the significance of embracing one's desires and the risks that come with succumbing to external pressures. The discussion encourages breaking free from the mold and pursuing genuine happiness, reminding us that true fulfillment lies in our unique paths.