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"Socrates was a philosopher who emphasized learning and self-reflection. Here are some of his life lessons: Was a Philosopher --- perhaps even the first Philosopher. And he was largely about the idea of Self-Control."
About Socrates: "Socrates lived from 469–399 B.C.E., making him 70 years old when he was executed."
"Life events:
Birth: Born in Athens, Greece in 469 B.C.E.
Education: Learned to read and write, and took extra lessons in music, poetry, and gymnastics
Work: Worked as a stonemason, then joined the Athenian army as a foot soldier
Execution: Put to death by his fellow citizens for impiety and corrupting the youth
Known for: The Socratic method of question and answer, Claiming he was ignorant, Claiming that an unexamined life is not worth living, Being a moral philosopher, and Being nonconformist in his beliefs.
Legacy:
Inspired Plato, who is considered the founder of Western philosophy
Part of the famous triad of ancient philosophers, along with Plato and Aristotle"
In short; if we can at least try to embody these 9 Life Lessons from Socrates; we will more than likely be better at relationships in the future. (Think about it this way, What do I have to lose.)
The 9 Life Lessons -- Per Socrates: "Life lessons from Socrates"
- 1. Be open to the truth: Accept that you don't know everything and remain open to learning
- Critical Thinking
- Ask as many questions as possible
- Don't just pretend that you know what you are doing
- 2. Be courageous: Have the courage to pursue what you believe in
- Never be afraid to go against the current of popular or political opinion
- Stand up for your moral principles.
- 3. Be authentic: Be true to yourself
- Seek the Truth rather than seeking popularity.
- Don't try to make yourself to seem or look more than you actually are.
- Be the True, Authentic version of yourself.
- 4. Wisdom is the greatest virtue: Recognize your own ignorance and be humble
- Be Humble and Be Approachable.
- Have Humility
- Respect and Value everyone; especially people who one might think are lower in station than yourself.
- 5. Live a virtuous life: Live a good, meaningful life guided by reason, virtue, and moral principles
- Beware the baron-ness of a busy life.
- Live life with a purpose
- Stop, process and digest everything in your life. Figure out what is really meaningful to you.
- 6. Be a Citizen of the World. Be more interested in the Common Moral principles between us; than that which divides us.
- 7. Be Happy with Less:
- True happiness comes from within: Be content with what you have
- Enjoy the small things in life.
- 8. Never do Vengeance.
- Vengeance is never justified.
- Know thyself: Be self-aware and question your beliefs and actions
- The unexamined life is not worth living: A life without introspection and critical thinking is meaningless
- Change is the only constant: Be aware that things are always changing
How can one apply this to preventing DV: Things you can do differently like try not to live your life so boringly... Know your self-worth.
Socrates believed that the ultimate goal of human existence was to live a good life. He emphasized the importance of critical thinking and self-awareness.
(How can one apply this to a Relationship... ? )
- "The only true wisdom is in knowing that you know nothing." True knowledge is knowing you know nothing: Socrates believed that true wisdom comes from knowing that you don't know everything. Seeking Truth is what Socrates was famous for. Always question what you know.
- Be Courageous. Be courageous: Socrates believed that people should be courageous.
- The unexamined life is not worth living: Socrates believed that a life without self-reflection and critical thinking is meaningless. "No matter the cost, we need to stand up for our moral principles."
- Be Authentic. Be what we pretend to be. Education is the kindling of a flame: Socrates believed that education is about igniting a passion, not filling a vessel.
- Be Humble. Have Humility. Be content with what you have: Socrates believed that being content with what you have is the wealth of nature.
- "Beware the busy-ness of Life." Be open to new ideas: Socrates believed that wisdom begins with wonder and curiosity about the world.
- Be a Citizen of the World. Be authentic and humble: Socrates believed that people should be authentic and humble. IT's about uniting people; rather than dividing them based on a giving criteria. Don't be divided based on a given characteristic. It is okay to be different. It okay to disagree. "We are all citizens of this world."
- "Be happy with less." "The fewer desires we have; the easier it is to achieve happiness." "Happiness is a result of a mindset." Be a moral person and focus on healthy habits. "You can be happy with surprisingly little effort."
- Don't seek revenge: Socrates believed that people should not seek revenge. Vengeance is never justified.
- "Have a sense of Humor." "Laughter is a powerful tool." "Laughter Releases stress and makes us more resilient."
- Be a good servant and master: Socrates believed that people who are good servants will also be good masters. False words are evil: Socrates believed that false words are evil and can infect the soul with evil.
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Socrates probably influenced (directly or indirectly) the way that many in the Western World think.
How Could Socratic Thinking Impact Relationships?
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