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

Ancient Greece Declassified

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The Interwoven Relationship Between Mind and Heart

The mind and heart are not separate and at war with each other. They are deeply intertwined and interpenetrating. Zeroing in on attention is both rational and effective. Caring and making sense are interconnected. Many ways of thinking point the finger at one thing, but there are feedback loops and dynamic relationships at work. Plato's philosophy suggests that the love of truth, goodness, and beauty can save the world. Love is not just a feeling, but an existential stance that includes transformative conformity. Aligning with the true, good, and beautiful brings us closer to reality and helps us stop destructive behavior.

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