What a great world it would be if everyone thought as Socrates did.
The greatest virtue is intellectual honesty. Being aware of one's ignorance, and not pretending to knowledge. Thanks to Whateverist sharing a fantastic video with me the other day, I've been browsing TED Talks quite frequently.
I've recently been re-reading some old Plato dialogues, and have recaptured that initial precocious spark that enriched my journey into an examined life. This video is merely an example of how one person could possibly make an impact. But, the world at large is afraid.
They are afraid of facing the parts of their life that are being supported by false knowledge. Think of the ways you can impact others that haven't been exposed to the teachings of Plato, Socrates, Hume and others.
"A man does not seek that which he thinks he already has."
-Socrates
People that think they have the truth, stop looking. They think they have the answers, and that ends the intellectual journey of thought.
I'll get off my soap box now... Have an awesome day!
The greatest virtue is intellectual honesty. Being aware of one's ignorance, and not pretending to knowledge. Thanks to Whateverist sharing a fantastic video with me the other day, I've been browsing TED Talks quite frequently.
I've recently been re-reading some old Plato dialogues, and have recaptured that initial precocious spark that enriched my journey into an examined life. This video is merely an example of how one person could possibly make an impact. But, the world at large is afraid.
They are afraid of facing the parts of their life that are being supported by false knowledge. Think of the ways you can impact others that haven't been exposed to the teachings of Plato, Socrates, Hume and others.
"A man does not seek that which he thinks he already has."
-Socrates
People that think they have the truth, stop looking. They think they have the answers, and that ends the intellectual journey of thought.
I'll get off my soap box now... Have an awesome day!
