The Philosophy Foundation is a school of human development designed for those seeking an understanding of themselves and the world in which they live. We offer a progressive series of courses beginning with practical philosophy and meditation , as well as short introductory courses on such subjects as Emerson, attention, consciousness, economics, Sanskrit and the Socratic tradition. In addition, we offer workshops, symposia and retreats and support a variety of study groups that focus on student interests.
Philosophy means 'the love of wisdom'.
The word was first used in this way by Socrates to describe his approach to studying mankind and the world. Thus philosophy was originally that science which investigated the underlying principles of reality and of human nature, purpose and conduct. Philosophy was meant to be explored, studied, discussed and applied in one's life. Over the last few centuries, various sciences and humanities have split off and become separate disciplines, leaving to modern day philosophy narrower and more academic fields of endeavor including logic, ethics, aesthetics, and metaphysics. What we mean by philosophy pertains to its original and broad meaning an practical investigation to discover and apply truth in our lives.