The Examined Life: Philosophy for Real People

Dr. Scott M. Sullivan

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The Examined Life: Ancient philosophy for modern life.The great philosophers asked the questions that still matter most:How do we live well?How do we become happier?How do we build strong marriages and raise good children?How do we develop courage, self-discipline, wisdom, and character?How do we face anxiety, failure, anger, grief, temptation, and the uncertainty of life?The Examined Life brings the great philosophical tradition out of the classroom and back where it belongs: into everyday life.Hosted by philosopher Dr. Scott M. Sullivan, each episode explores the practical wisdom of Aristotle, Cicero, Seneca, Epictetus, Marcus A...

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  • On Protecting Your Peace | The Wisdom of SenecaNov 3, 2026 · 8 min
  • How to Stop Fighting Reality and Find Inner Peace | Stoic PhilosophyOct 27, 2026 · 12 min
  • How To Carry Yourself Well: Epictetus On Meeting The DayOct 20, 2026 · 13 min
  • How to Stop Worrying About the Future | Seneca’s Ancient Cure for FearOct 13, 2026 · 29 min
  • Why the Things You Want Won’t Make You Happy | Aquinas on the False Paths to HappinessOct 6, 2026 · 45 min
  • Seneca: Why Money Won't Make You FreeSep 29, 2026 · 37 min
  • Seneca On Why Social Media Corrupts CharacterSep 22, 2026 · 42 min
  • How Good People Go Bad: Aristotle on Vice & RationalizationSep 15, 2026 · 42 min
  • Marcus Aurelius On Why Life Is A Combat SportSep 8, 2026 · 54 min
  • How to Find Your Purpose: Aquinas on Why Goodness Must Overflow | Episode 8Sep 1, 2026 · 39 min

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