Darren Harper

This half-day course explores the mystery of self and the search for meaning. Drawing on both Western and Eastern perspectives—including Descartes, Buddhism, and existential thinkers—participants reflect on ques- tions of identity, purpose, and life’s unfolding narrative. Through visualization, journaling, and values mapping, the session offers...

Can philosophy help us navigate emotional pain and cultivate inner peace? This half-day course explores how Stoic and Buddhist thought address suffering and resilience. Participants learn practical strategies for emotional well-being—like letting go, perspective-shifting, and practicing compassion. A guided loving-kindness medi- tation offers a gentle...

Change is one of life’s few certainties—yet it can be difficult to navigate. This reflective half-day course explores how philosophers and wisdom traditions have understood impermanence, transition, and the passage of time. Drawing on insights from thinkers like Hera- clitus, the Buddha, and Heidegger, participants...

What does it mean to live a good life? In this half-day course, we explore key ethical traditions—such as virtue ethics, utilitarianism, and Kantian ethics—and apply them to real-life dilemmas. Participants engage in a reflective exercise on personal integrity and write a personal ethics statement....

This half-day course turns outward to explore our roles in community and society. Drawing on ideas from political philosophy and social ethics, participants consider different visions of justice, fairness, and collective well-being. Real-life issues—such as inequal- ity or civic responsibility—bring theory into practice. A listening...

In our final half-day course, we bring together key ideas from the series to reflect on what it means to live with wisdom and intention. Participants explore insights from global traditions and write a brief personal philosophy to carry forward. The course concludes with a...