Jean-Paul Sartre, a leader within existentialist philosophy, delved deeply into the ideas of existence and the human experience. To unravel Sartre’s profound thoughts on existence,…
Introduction: As a student of philosophy, the dichotomy between existentialism and essentialism is a fascinating space to explore. These two perspectives present opposing views on…
Western philosophy is a closet full of interesting characters. I have been drawn to both Kierkegaard, as the “Father” of existentialism; and Nietzsche, as an…
I recently finished reading “Meditations” by March Aurelius. This book is filled with countless thought seeds and timeless wisdom. Why Read “Meditations?” Marcus Aurelius, the…
Viktor Frankl was an Austrian neurologist and psychiatrist. He made a significant impact on existentialism through his development of logotherapy and his contributions to existential…
Essence was an early philosophical concept, defined by various thinkers. One of those thinkers was Aristotle. Aristotle’s Definition of Essence Looking back into ancient philosophy,…
Authentic: representing one’s true nature or beliefs; true to oneself or to the person identified As the “father of existentialism,” Søren Kierkegaard placed a strong…
Passion Unleashed in the Era of Enlightenment In the heart of the 18th century, a period know for intellectual revolution, passion emerged as a central…
Passion is the driving force that ignites our souls and infuses our lives with purpose. It’s the relentless pursuit of what sets our hearts on…
