Episode 1 - The Blueprint: Hellenism & The Modern Mind

Описание: Keywords

Hellenism, wisdom, responsibility, ancient philosophy, Stoicism, Epicureanism, Platonism, orthopraxy, miasma, modern life


Summary

In this episode, Terry Stubbs introduces the concept of Hellenism and its relevance in modern life. He emphasizes the importance of self-knowledge, the wisdom of ancient philosophies, and the practice of right action over mere belief. The episode culminates in a practical ritual for cleansing the mind and spirit, setting the stage for deeper explorations of ancient wisdom in future episodes.


Takeaways

The inscription at Delphi emphasizes self-knowledge as a guiding principle.
Modern society is overwhelmed with noise and lacks wisdom.
Hellenism integrates ancient wisdom into contemporary life.
Philosophical schools like Stoicism, Epicureanism, and Platonism offer valuable insights.
Orthopraxy focuses on right actions rather than beliefs.
Building relationships with the divine and others is reciprocal.
Miasma represents the spiritual pollution we carry from daily life.
A practical reset ritual can help cleanse the mind and spirit.
The journey of exploring ancient wisdom is just beginning.
Future episodes will tackle complex themes like hospitality and responsibility.


Titles

Navigating Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life
The Power of Self-Knowledge


Sound bites

"Know thyself."
"We are drowning in noise."
"I am washing off the day."


Chapters

00:00 The Wisdom of Delphi: Know Thyself
02:54 Navigating Ancient Wisdom in Modern Times
05:49 Philosophical Foundations: Stoicism, Epicureanism, and Platonism
08:54 Orthopraxy vs. Orthodoxy: The Importance of Action
11:48 Cleansing the Miasma: A Practical Reset Ritual