Perennial Wisdom

📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe In this episode of In Search of Wisdom, my guest is Armand D'Angour, the author of Socrates in Love: The Making of a Philosopher. In the conversation, we discuss the life and development of Socrates as a philosopher. We delve into Socrates' philosophy and why he is such a perennial figure. Specifically, you can expect to learn about the idea of the soul, the importance of questioning assumptions, self-reflection, and much more! (I really enjoyed the conversation and hope you do as well!!!). Key Takeaways Socrates' inner voice, known as his divine sign, was a physical condition that guided him away from danger. The concept of the soul in Socrates' philosophy referred to the essence of a person that transcends the physical body and connects to the divine. Socrates' philosophy emphasized questioning assumptions and examining one's life to determine how best to live. The Delphic maxim 'Know Thyself' encourages self-reflection and examining one's qualities and priorities. 🔆 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/searchwisdom --- 🖇️ Stay Connected: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPods Instagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPods YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPods Website: https://www.perennialleader.com/ --- 🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast: Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts

📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Perennial Lives is a new series on In Search of Wisdom exploring The Art of Living: From Socrates to Aquinas. Each episode examines the life and wisdom of one perennial figure in an attempt to keep learning how to live. 🔆 Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/searchwisdom --- 🖇️ Stay Connected: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPods Instagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPods YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPods Website: https://www.perennialleader.com/ --- 🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast: Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts

📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe In this episode of In Search of Wisdom, my guest is Tanner Campbell (host of the Practical Stoicism podcast). In the conversation, we discuss Tanner’s journey into Stoicism and the adventures of starting a podcast. However, much of the conversation focuses on the ancient concept known as oikeiosis. We talk about understanding one's role in the world through the circles of concern and the importance of caring for oneself and others. Along with the need for humility and the recognition of interconnectedness. Learn more about Practical Stoicism. Key Takeaways Stoicism emphasizes caring for oneself and others and recognizing the interconnectedness of all beings. Humility is essential in adopting oikeiosis and recognizing the limits of one's control. Balancing self-interest and the common good requires making contextually appropriate choices. Living according to nature involves understanding one's role and the circles of concern. Choosing the right path requires self-awareness and understanding one's strengths and weaknesses. 🔆 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/searchwisdom --- 🖇️ Stay Connected: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPods Instagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPods YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPods Website: https://www.perennialleader.com/ --- 🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast: Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts

📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe 💀 Welcome to another episode of the Dying Every Day series on In Search of Wisdom. This series delivers Stoic meditations on the art of living. Each meditation provides a quote, a selected passage, and a daily exercise to consider contemplating. You can expect our normal interview-style episodes every Wednesday. 🔆 Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/searchwisdom --- 🖇️ Stay Connected: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPods Instagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPods YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPods Website: https://www.perennialleader.com/ --- 🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast: Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts

Elizabeth Kelly, author of "Love Like a Saint," shares her insights on the virtues of patience and love. She emphasizes that each person has a unique path and highlights how love is ultimately a gift. The discussion includes the transformative power of relationships and the importance of spiritual practices like journaling and prayer in nurturing love. Kelly reflects on wisdom through an eternal lens, encouraging listeners to slow down and appreciate life, while drawing inspiration from the lives of saints to cultivate a more profound sense of love.

📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe 💀 Welcome to another episode of the Dying Every Day series on In Search of Wisdom. This series is focused on delivering Stoic meditations on the art of living. Each meditation provides a quote, a selected passage, and a daily exercise to consider contemplating. You can expect our normal interview-style episodes every Wednesday. After producing the show for about three years now completely ad-free. I’ve decided to start a Patreon page for the show. This will hopefully help keep the podcast ad-free for years to come! 🔆 Become a Patron today: https://www.patreon.com/searchwisdom --- 🖇️ Stay Connected: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPods Instagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPods YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPods Website: https://www.perennialleader.com/ --- 🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast: Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts

📩 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe In this episode of In Search of Wisdom, Mike Mariani discusses his new book What Doesn't Kill Us Makes Us. In the conversation, Mike discusses the concept of afterlives and the transformative experiences that shape our identities. He shares the stories of six individuals who have faced catastrophic events and examines how their lives were altered. His work delves into human nature, the power of narratives, and the importance of acceptance and adaptation. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d81h4NWYAks Key Takeaways:  Afterlives are transformative experiences that shape our identities and can lead to profound life changes. Acceptance and adaptation are vital in navigating afterlives, allowing individuals to find new aspects of their identity and cultivate resilience. Support systems are crucial in helping individuals navigate afterlives, providing understanding, compassion, and patience. Detachment from competition and results is essential for finding wisdom in daily life, allowing individuals to focus on their actions and perseverance. --- 🖇️ Stay Connected: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPods Instagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPods YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPods Website: https://www.perennialleader.com/ --- 🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast: Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts

📩 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe 💀 Welcome to a new series on In Search of Wisdom called Dying Every Day. This series is focused on delivering Stoic meditations on the art of living. Each meditation provides a quote, a selected passage, and a daily exercise to consider contemplating. You can expect our normal interview-style episodes every Wednesday. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmxwArLQQUA --- 🖇️ Stay Connected: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPods Instagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPods YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPods Website: https://www.perennialleader.com/ --- 🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast: Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts

📩 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dear Listeners,  With the new year upon us, I decided to make a few changes on In Search of Wisdom. One is releasing more episodes (but more on that later). You might have noticed a change to the podcast cover — this is what I want to discuss.   Some of the longtime listeners may have heard me mention A Calendar of Wisdom by Leo Tolstoy. I want to tell you a little more about this book and how it influenced my own journey to start this podcast (a few years ago now).   The Russian writer Leo Tolstoy is arguably one of the greatest writers of all time. Tolstoy was not just a great writer; he was a seeker of wisdom! His last major work is known as “A Calendar of Wisdom,” which is intended to be a wise thought for every day of the year from the greatest philosophers and thinkers of all time. Tolstoy’s project was largely for himself (much like this podcast). [...] --- 🖇️ Stay Connected: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPods Instagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPods YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPods Website: https://www.perennialleader.com/ --- 🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast: Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts

📩 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe💀 Welcome to a new series on In Search of Wisdom called Dying Every Day. This series is focused on delivering Stoic meditations on the art of living. Each meditation provides a quote, a selected passage, and a daily exercise to consider contemplating. You can expect our normal interview-style episodes every Wednesday.---🖇️ Stay Connected:Twitter: https://twitter.com/PerennialPodsInstagram: https://instagram.com/PerennialPodsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialPodsWebsite: https://www.perennialleader.com/ ---🦉 Additional Resources Related to the Podcast:Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archiveListen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts