School of Practical Philosophy - Canberra, Australia
School of Practical Philosophy - Canberra, Australia

 

Courses and workshops

 

Introduction to Philosophy (Part 1)

An Introductory Course of 8 weekly lectures.

Those seeking an understanding of human existence and the world in which we live are invited to attend a course in Practical Philosophy. The course is centred on an enquiry into the underlying unity behind all the diversity and change in our daily lives. Students are asked neither to accept or reject anything in the course, but rather to test everything for themselves in the light of their own experience.
 
Next available course: Thursday 16 October at Gorman House. More information >>
 
 Read the article about the Introduction Course published in the Canberra Times on 31 July 2002.
 

Introduction to Philosophy - Part 4

The Introduction to Philosphy Part 4 course is an extension of the Parts 1 , 2 and 3 courses, and continues the focus on Wisdom and Love.
 
 
This course is also available at Gorman House, Ainslie Avenue Braddon beginning on Thursday 16 October from 10am - midday. The cost is $140 - enrol at Gorman House at the first lecture.
 
The School recommends these books as Recommended Reading for Introduction to Philosophy Course.
 

The Art of Parenting

A half day workshop.

The aim of this course is to provide practical guidance based on philosophic principles from the western and eastern traditions. The intention is for the full potential and happiness of the children, parents, families and society as a whole to be fully realised.   More information >>
 
When: Term 1, 2009 at Gorman House
 

Philosophy in focus

Philosophy in focus (PIF) is a half or full day workshop where practical exercises are practiced which bring the focus of the teachings into everyday life. Exercises used in the focus sessions include the use of fine attention in exercises involving drawing, movement, and rhetoric.
 
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