Wake Up To Life – introductory course.

Whilst there is no attempt to cover all philosophical systems, there is plenty for those curious about the big questions life poses and the world that exists around us. The course includes ideas put forward by Socrates, Plato, Confucius, the Bible, Buddha and a great many others. Weekly topics are as follows -

1. The nature of wisdom
2. Self -discovery and self -knowledge
3. Different levels of awareness and wakefulness
4. The power of attention and the present moment.
5. What it means to live justly.
6. The nature of beauty.
7. The light of reason.
8. The nature of energy and best way to use it.
9. Finding unity in diversity.
10. The desire for truth.

In addition to weekly discussions , students are invited to attend a weekend study day where they can meet other students and put philosophical teachings into practice.

The introductory course has real value in its own right although often it whets the appetite for students to continue with their studies. These can last for another term, another year or longer. However long or short a time an individual may wish to study within the school, our hope and intention is that everyone will find something of true and lasting value.

Years 1-3

Once the introductory course is complete there is the opportunity to explore the subjects more broadly and discover further ways in which philosophy can positively affect everyday living. The first three years covers the following topics -

1. Introductory course.
2. Happiness.
3. Love.
4. Presence of mind.
5. Freedom.
6. The way of action.
7. The way of devotion.
8. The way of knowledge.
9. The householder.

Years 4-6

During this time period study increasingly turns to a deeper understanding of the philosophy of Unity/Advaita. The study can go on as long as the individual wishes and each term has the capacity to add something of tangible value to those that participate. Topics explored are -

1. The desire for truth.
2. The ten fold Dharma (law).
3. How to live a measured life.
4. Sanskara.
5. Plato’s “Apology”.
6. The Antahkarana; The inner organ of mind.
7. The circle of the nine points.
8. Language.
9. Natural law and economics (The Law Of Three).