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Conference in Montreal

“The 5 Pillars of Wisdom”

What if philosophy were to become a living path again — an art of living, rather than simply abstract knowledge?

In The 5 Pillars of Wisdom , Frédéric Lenoir invites us to reconnect with lucid joy and inner transformation. Drawing inspiration from the world's great wisdom traditions—from Buddha to Spinoza, from Lao Tzu to Nietzsche—he explores five essential foundations: knowledge, love, ethics, presence, and acceptance.

THE ART OF LIVING IN THE PRESENT
In a world saturated with screens and demands, how can we preserve our inner freedom? How can we rediscover the taste for truth, beauty, and simplicity? Frédéric Lenoir offers a vibrant philosophy, enriched with concrete examples and exercises to cultivate presence, balance, and joy in everyday life.

Thursday, February 5, 2026 – St-Denis Theatre, Montreal

Information and tickets: https://www.voxpopuli.tv/frederic-lenoir

Conference in Quebec

“The 5 Pillars of Wisdom”

What if philosophy were to become a living path again — an art of living, rather than simply abstract knowledge?

In The 5 Pillars of Wisdom , Frédéric Lenoir invites us to reconnect with lucid joy and inner transformation. Drawing inspiration from the world's great wisdom traditions—from Buddha to Spinoza, from Lao Tzu to Nietzsche—he explores five essential foundations: knowledge, love, ethics, presence, and acceptance.

THE ART OF LIVING IN THE PRESENT
In a world saturated with screens and demands, how can we preserve our inner freedom? How can we rediscover the taste for truth, beauty, and simplicity? Frédéric Lenoir offers a vibrant philosophy, enriched with concrete examples and exercises to cultivate presence, balance, and joy in everyday life.

Friday, February 6, 2026 – At the Palais Montcalm, Quebec City – 7:30 p.m.

Information and tickets: https://www.voxpopuli.tv/frederic-lenoir

Conference at Bocapole, Bressuire (79)

What are the visions of humanity in 2051?

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 – Bocapole Hall – Bressuire at 7:00 PM 

Information and tickets: https://le-cera.com

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Press: https://www.ouest-france.fr/pays-de-la-loire/cholet-49300/quelle-humanite-en-2051-le-philosophe-frederic-lenoir-donnera-une-conference-en-fevrier-2026-5f3f53e6-d776-11f0-80ef-8245da08fa9b

Philosophy & Concert

Frédéric Lenoir and Anne-Lise Polchlopek

“The Spinoza miracle” & “Gracias a la vida”

1- Philosophy – Baruch Spinoza, the philosopher of freedom

The philosopher and sociologist Frédéric Lenoir will give a lecture on Baruch Spinoza, a major figure of the 17th century whose thought profoundly revolutionized Western philosophy. Through his work and life story, Spinoza invites us to rethink freedom, joy, and our relationship to the world.

2- Concert – “Gracias a la vida”: an anthem to love and life

The evening will continue with the recital "Gracias a la vida", performed by Anne-Lise Polchlopek, mezzo-soprano, accompanied on guitar by Pierre Laniau.

A subtle fusion of classical and popular music, this program transcends eras and latitudes in a vibrant tribute to love and life. Reflecting Anne-Lise Polchlopek's diverse career, the recital brings together works by Leonard Bernstein, Richard Strauss, Manuel de Falla, Gabriel Fauré, Olivier Messiaen, Cécile Chaminade, Pauline Viardot, Maurice Ravel, and others.

Thursday, February 12, 2026 – Bernard Marie Koltès Theatre at 7:00 PM 

200, avenue de la République, 92000 Nanterre

6:30 PM Welcome
7:00 PM Lecture by Frédéric Lenoir "Baruch Spinoza" followed by a cocktail reception and a book signing of "The Spinoza Miracle"
9:00 PM Concert "Gracias a la vida" with Anne-Lise Polchlopek and Pierre Laniau
10:00 PM End of the evening

Information and tickets: https://my.weezevent.com/philosophie-concert-soiree-exceptionnelle-avec-frederic-lenoir

Conference

"The 5 Pillars of Wisdom"

Frédéric Lenoir suggests we pause to reflect on what is essential. Through his book and this lecture, he invites us to rediscover philosophy not as an academic subject, but as a path to inner transformation .

Drawing on universal wisdom, from Buddhist serenity to Spinoza's power of joy, from Taoist letting go to Nietzsche's vital impulse, he guides us through the five foundations of a fulfilled life:

Self-knowledge : To free ourselves from our conditioning.

Love : To open oneself to the other without losing oneself in it.

Ethics : To act justly in a complex world.

Presence : To fully inhabit the moment.

Acceptance : To consent to reality without giving up one's freedom.

A way of life for the 21st century.

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7 p.m. – Nantes

Following the conference, a time for discussion and signing will be organized to extend the meeting.

Information and tickets: https://www.onparticipe.fr/b/WNJ7P2so

“Cultivating Joy” Seminar

Finnish Lapland – Luosto

Conference

Frédéric Lenoir

Finding inner direction in a saturated external world.

Wisdom is not an intellectual luxury. It is a skill. A way of inhabiting one's life with more awareness, freedom, and joy.

How can we live more justly, more freely, more serenely in a world that is accelerating? 

How can we access a deeper and more lasting happiness, without escaping reality or withdrawing from everyday life?

In this lecture, Frédéric Lenoir offers an inspiring journey through the great philosophical and spiritual traditions (from Spinoza to Buddhism, from Greek wisdom to Chinese philosophies). He brings to light five simple yet powerful universal keys to wisdom , directly applicable for moving forward with greater clarity and inner stability.

Friday, April 3, 2026 – Faculty of Sports Sciences – Jean Bilard Amphitheater at 7:30 p.m 

700 Av.du Pic Saint Loup
Montpellier , 34090

7 p.m. Welcome and first book signing
7:30 p.m. Conference
9:00 p.m. Q&A session with the public
9:15 p.m. Book signing (books available on site)

Information and tickets: https://halteproduction.com/conference/conference-frederic-lenoir-a-montpellier/

Conference

Frédéric Lenoir

Finding inner direction in a saturated external world.

Wisdom is not an intellectual luxury. It is a skill. A way of inhabiting one's life with more awareness, freedom, and joy.

How can we live more justly, more freely, more serenely in a world that is accelerating? 

How can we access a deeper and more lasting happiness, without escaping reality or withdrawing from everyday life?

In this lecture, Frédéric Lenoir offers an inspiring journey through the great philosophical and spiritual traditions (from Spinoza to Buddhism, from Greek wisdom to Chinese philosophies). He brings to light five simple yet powerful universal keys to wisdom , directly applicable for moving forward with greater clarity and inner stability.

Monday April 27, 2026 – Amphitheater Guyon at 7:30 p.m.

29 avenue R. Schuman – Aix-en-Provence

6:30 PM Public welcome and first book signing
7:30 PM Conference
9:00 PM Q&A session with the public
9:15 PM Book signing (books available on site)

Information and tickets: https://halteproduction.com/conference/conference-frederic-lenoir-a-aix-en-provence/

Conference

Frédéric Lenoir

Finding inner direction in a saturated external world.

Wisdom is not an intellectual luxury. It is a skill. A way of inhabiting one's life with more awareness, freedom, and joy.

How can we live more justly, more freely, more serenely in a world that is accelerating? 

How can we access a deeper and more lasting happiness, without escaping reality or withdrawing from everyday life?

In this lecture, Frédéric Lenoir offers an inspiring journey through the great philosophical and spiritual traditions (from Spinoza to Buddhism, from Greek wisdom to Chinese philosophies). He brings to light five simple yet powerful universal keys to wisdom , directly applicable for moving forward with greater clarity and inner stability.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Méan Amphitheater – Faculty of Law at 7:30 p.m.

7 p.m. Welcome and first book signing
7:30 p.m. Conference
9:00 p.m. Q&A session with the public
9:15 p.m. Book signing (books available on site)

Information and tickets: https://halteproduction.com/conference/conference-frederic-lenoir-a-liege/

Event cruise from Tahiti to the Marquesas

On board the Aranui 

Polynesia