Best Philosophy Podcasts: Deep Thinking for Modern Life

Just as an eye needs a mirror to see itself, a person needs interaction with others to truly understand themselves.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Socrates uses the analogy of an eye seeing itself by looking into another eye to explain self-knowledge. Socrates suggests that just as an eye can see itself by looking at the reflective surface of another eye, a soul can know itself by contemplating another soul, particularly the part where wisdom resides. This analogy emphasizes that self-knowledge is achieved through understanding other human souls and divine wisdom. This is what I have for you this week:

Category: Philosophy

Donald Robertson is a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist, author, and trainer based in Montreal, Canada. He specializes in the intersection of ancient Stoic philosophy and modern psychological practices, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Robertson has authored several books, including How to Think Like a Roman, How to think like Socrates. Emperor and Stoicism and the Art of Happiness, focusing on applying Stoic principles to enhance well-being.

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