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Difference Between Guilt and Shame

October 11, 2018 - By Matt

A couple months ago our family was gathered in our backyard with some extended family. My father-in-law was explaining a treatment for cancer he was about to have. People were talking quietly and respectfully because obviously it was a serious conversation. Out of nowhere my 6 … [Read more...] about Difference Between Guilt and Shame

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What The Repeated ‘Why’ Questions Really Mean

October 3, 2018 - By Matt

Philosophy--it sounds a bit pretentious. It's from Greek and it means "the love of wisdom," but simplified it really is about curiosity and wonder. As adults we tend to lose our sense of wonder and often let cynicism push aside curiosity. Not kids though. They have both in … [Read more...] about What The Repeated ‘Why’ Questions Really Mean

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Are You For Real!? Meditations On First Philosophy - René Descartes

August 27, 2018 - By Matt

How do I know if I’m real? Are my senses fooling me? Am I dreaming or am I really riding this ostrich on top of the White House? Join us as we dig into René Descartes' Meditations about what truly exists and what is suspect to doubt. This lesson plan comprises 6 sessions -- … [Read more...] about Are You For Real!? Meditations On First Philosophy - René Descartes

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Hi, I'm Matt. I tried a crazy experiment with my 8 & 9 year old kids and read Plato with them. Yeah, that ancient greek guy. They were engaged and asked great questions which made me realize how well philosophy can encourage their critical thinking. It sparked a project to create study guides for us to explore other philosophical works. [More]

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