PONT DE BARRET (26): seminar

From May 27 to 31, 2025

Seminar
" The 5 Pillars of Wisdom "

The great philosophical schools of the East and Antiquity teach us universal keys to wisdom: self-knowledge, the acquisition of virtues, the art of loving and being free, and the necessity of acceptance and letting go of what we cannot change. Starting from the quest for happiness and a fulfilling life, I will explore these themes by quoting the thoughts and texts of great Western philosophers: Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Plotinus, Montaigne, Spinoza, Nietzsche, Bergson, and others. I will also draw upon the major wisdom traditions of the East: Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Each day will focus on a specific theme and combine theoretical instruction with practical exercises (workshops on texts, guided meditations, discussions, etc.) so that everyone can internalize these wisdom teachings that help us live better lives.