W2: Lecture Flashcards
Philosophy is the search for _______ and ______.
Knowledge and wisdom
We want to believe what is ____, and choose for our life what is ____
true
best
What does philosophy analyze?
Our assumptions about the world. Ideas we take for granted to be true.
What is a stereotype?
Something that is commonly believed as true, without much evidence.
We are naturally ______ about the world.
curious
In what ways is philosophy practical in our lives?
It can help us be more fulfilled by asking questions, understanding the reasons for our beliefs.
It can help us believe what is true, by improving our reasoning skills
Is philosophy only an academic discipline?
No, it is a part of the human condition, as it expresses a desire for knowledge and wisdom.
What does being reasonable mean?
Believing in things that are probably true, not possibly true.
Philosophy can help us be more _________
reasonable
What is a thought experiment?
Imaginary scenarios
What can CBT help us with?
Handling our emotions. Choosing our interpretations more wisely.
What can Socrates’ teachings help us with?
We can learn how to ask ourself questions. Have a rational dialogue
Why does Epictitus divide things we can control, and things out of our control?
Because we should feel according to this.
If things are out of our control, we should be less stressed or anxious about them.
If things are in our control, we have the power to change them.
It helps us be more fair with ourselves.
Philosophy can help us develop ______
virtue
