Essays on Philosophy

A sincere apology is one of the best ways to show that you are taking responsibility for your actions and to demonstrate your desire to make things right. It’s also an effective way to rebuild trust and boundaries in your relationship, which can be essential for creating positive feelings and...

A symposium: A More Informal and Interactive Conference A symposium is a type of conference in which experts discuss a particular topic. It is a more informal and less formal form of conference that encourages more discussion and networking among attendees. Focusing on a Single Topic or Issue Symposia are typically a one-day...

The Nicomachean Ethics The Nicomachean Ethics (NE) is one of Aristotle's ethical treatises, and is regarded as the definitive statement of Aristotle's ethical views. The Nicomachean Ethics is divided into ten books, each of which deals with a different aspect of morality. Book I: Defining Good Book I discusses how good is to...

Natural Law Theory Natural law theory is a kind of moral and legal theory that claims that the moral standards that govern human conduct are objectively derived from the nature of human beings and the nature of the world. The core claims of natural law theory are logically independent from one...

A group of white nationalists and neo-Nazis held the Unite the Right demonstration on August 12, 2017, to air their frustrations against the removal of a statue of General Robert E. Lee. The Confederate Army's commanding general was General Lee. However, as a fight broke out between white supremacists and...

Oppression and Identity Crisis in Native American Communities Even if existentialism was at its height more than 50 years ago, minorities now face oppression on a variety of fronts that keeps them from making decisions that define who they are. Due to social unrest, poverty, and the loss of their traditional...

Intersubjectivity: A Shared Field of Experience Intersubjectivity, the experience of relating to another person's perspective on life, is a central topic in many fields of human knowledge. It is a topic of interest to philosophers, psychologists, social scientists, anthropologists, and even neuroscientists.The Meaning of Intersubjectivity The term "intersubjectivity" has several different meanings...

In 1776, Adam Weishaupt founded the Illuminati, an organisation that aimed to liberate society from the shackles of religion. Their goal was to foster a freethinking culture that would promote equality and freedom of speech. They were inspired by the Freemasons and French Enlightenment philosophers. The illuminati existed in secret for...

IntroductionDespair is a very serious mental health condition that can take a toll on an individual's quality of life. This is why it's important to seek professional help if you suspect you are suffering from despair or a related disorder such as depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder or chronic...

The Categorical Imperative The categorical imperative is a principle of morality that says we should act in a certain way. Immanuel Kant introduced this idea in his 1785 book Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals and it's an important tool for people to understand when they are deciding on their actions.The...

Folklore surrounding the hunt for the fountain of youth. The subject of numerous urban legends. No matter the country, era, or generation, it seems that people are preoccupied with maintaining their best health and frequently have the wish to live forever. But it goes without saying that everyone passes away....

Thomas Aquinas was influenced by Aristotle in his writings. The philosopher discusses the ideas of actuality and potentiality. Actually, he meant to be at work when he says that. Therefore, being at work, being a member of a specific species, or acting in a certain way are all aspects of...