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Ep. 243 — The Philosophy of Desire | Perennial Wisdom
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In this episode of Perennial Wisdom, we examine an essay from the “Know Thyself” series on The Philosophy of Desire. You can expect to learn about the influence of desire in our daily lives. Why desire often shapes our decisions, self-image, and emotional states. This is volume one of a 10-part series on the art and science of self-awareness. If you’d like access to this series, consider becoming a Perennial Meditations member.
Key Takeaways
- Buddhism and the roots of suffering
- Stoicism and the discipline of desire
- Epicurus on having enough
- St. Thomas Aquinas on human desire
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In this episode of Perennial Wisdom, we examine an essay from the “Know Thyself” series on The Philosophy of Desire. You can expect to learn about the influence of desire in our daily lives. Why desire often shapes our decisions, self-image, and emotional states. This is volume one of a 10-part series on the art and science of self-awareness. If you’d like access to this series, consider becoming a Perennial Meditations member.
Key Takeaways
- Buddhism and the roots of suffering
- Stoicism and the discipline of desire
- Epicurus on having enough
- St. Thomas Aquinas on human desire
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🖇️ Stay Connected:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perennialmeditations/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerennialMeditations
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🦉 Additional Resources:
- Explore the Perennial Meditations archive: https://perennial.substack.com/archive
- Listen to more podcasts: https://www.perennialleader.com/podcasts
314 episodes
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