Philosophy As A Way Of Life In A Fast-paced World
Perhaps another need for philosophy now is that the world with its easily accessible information has become challenging to cope with. We are bombarded with information that challenges the reality and meaning of our own existence.
A person who thinks is not making enough of his or her life might question that life seeing how others post of their achievements and how much their lives are a success.
One who applies philosophy might, in this scenario, ask the basic question "What is it I have in my life that is success?" Perhaps, that very existence is itself a success.
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I am a Malawian, an ardent fan of Stoicism and similar philosophies of life. I love reading personal development books.
The world is now complex with so much information at our hands. Too much stimulation that may leave us questioning our own lives. How can philosophy help us in this era? I find that practical philosophy is important to live through this life now.
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