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Learning about philosophy

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Learning about philosophy

Philosophy provides essential tools for examining life's deepest questions and developing rigorous critical thinking. This learning plan benefits anyone seeking to understand the intellectual foundations of human thought, enhance their reasoning abilities, or gain perspective on ethical challenges in today's complex world.

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11 coursesUpdated 8 hours ago
The Problems of PhilosophyPhilosophy: The Everyday ToolkitThe Republic11 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed's proprietary AI to help you learn Learning about philosophy with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Learning about philosophy.

What You'll Learn

  • Develop critical thinking skills through philosophical inquiry and reasoning
  • Understand the evolution of Western philosophical thought from ancient to modern times
  • Apply philosophical frameworks to analyze complex ethical dilemmas
  • Recognize connections between philosophical theories and contemporary issues
  • Articulate your own philosophical positions on fundamental questions of existence, knowledge, and ethics

Discover the core principles, methods, and questions that define philosophical inquiry, establishing a strong foundation for deeper exploration.

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The Problems of Philosophy

Exploring knowledge, reality, and existence through philosophical inquiry

8 m
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The MetaphysicsThe Problems of PhilosophyKnowledgeBeing and Time
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Philosophy: The Everyday Toolkit

Discover how philosophy isn't just for academics but a practical framework for understanding ourselves and our world, addressing fundamental questions we all naturally encounter in our lives.

20 m

Explore the foundational works of ancient philosophy that shaped Western thought and continue to influence our understanding of ethics, politics, and metaphysics.

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The Republic

Exploring justice, philosophy, and the ideal society through Socratic dialogues.

12 m
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The Metaphysics

Aristotle's profound exploration of existence, reality, and the fundamental nature of being, challenging readers to ponder life's deepest questions.

9 m
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Philosophy's Greatest Hits: Think or Die Trying

Lena and Miles drag you kicking and screaming through 2,500 years of humanity's biggest brain battles-from Socrates to Nietzsche-while mercilessly calling out your intellectual laziness every step of the way.

33 m

Engage with revolutionary modern philosophical ideas that challenged traditional thinking and established new frameworks for understanding existence, ethics, and human freedom.

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Being and Nothingness

A radical philosophical exploration of human existence, freedom, and the nature of consciousness in a godless universe.

8 m
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The Ethics of Ambiguity

A philosophical exploration of existentialist ethics, freedom, and the human condition through a feminist lens.

10 m
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Being and TimeBeing and NothingnessNauseaThe Metaphysics
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Sartre: Freedom's Radical Philosopher

Explore Jean-Paul Sartre's revolutionary ideas on freedom, existence preceding essence, and his complex life as philosopher, playwright, and political activist who famously refused the Nobel Prize.

50 m

Apply philosophical concepts to real-world ethical dilemmas and explore how philosophical thinking continues to evolve in response to contemporary challenges.

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The Fundamentals of Ethics

Moral philosophy demystified: powerful frameworks for life's toughest questions.

9 m
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Ethics: A Very Short Introduction

A concise exploration of moral philosophy, tackling key ethical questions and their relevance in our modern, skeptical world.

10 m
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Eichmann in JerusalemThe Origins of TotalitarianismThe SunflowerThe Human Condition
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Hannah Arendt: Philosopher of Dark Times

Explore the life and ideas of Hannah Arendt, the German-Jewish philosopher who fled Nazi Germany and transformed her firsthand experience of totalitarianism into groundbreaking political philosophy that still illuminates our understanding of power, freedom, and evil.

28 m

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Philosophy

Philosophy provides essential tools for critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and understanding fundamental questions about reality, knowledge, and human existence. This learning plan is ideal for anyone seeking to develop deeper analytical skills, make better decisions, or explore life's big questions—from students and professionals to lifelong learners curious about ideas that have shaped civilization.

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I would like to learn what the great philosophers throughout time have given to us.

I would like to learn what the great philosophers throughout time have given to us.

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I would like to learn what the great philosophers throughout time have given to us.

Philosophy offers timeless wisdom that helps us navigate life's deepest questions and make sense of our complex world. This learning plan is ideal for anyone seeking intellectual growth, critical thinking skills, and practical insights from history's greatest minds.

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Apply philosophy to life and help others

Apply philosophy to life and help others

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Apply philosophy to life and help others

This learning plan bridges ancient wisdom and contemporary life, equipping you with philosophical frameworks that transform abstract ideas into practical tools for daily living. It's ideal for anyone seeking deeper meaning, wanting to live more intentionally, or aspiring to guide others through life's complex ethical and existential questions.

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Philosophize to find meaning in daily events

Philosophize to find meaning in daily events

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Philosophize to find meaning in daily events

Philosophy offers powerful frameworks for navigating complexity, uncertainty, and the search for meaning in modern life. This learning plan is ideal for reflective individuals seeking depth beyond surface-level thinking, those grappling with life's big questions, or anyone wanting to cultivate wisdom and clearer perspective amid the chaos of daily existence.

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Study philosophy, psychology & writing skills

Study philosophy, psychology & writing skills

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This learning plan combines three powerful intellectual disciplines that enhance both personal understanding and professional capability. Ideal for students, professionals, and lifelong learners seeking to strengthen their analytical thinking, understand human behavior, and communicate ideas more effectively.

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Study phil & hist foundations

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This learning plan provides essential context for understanding the intellectual foundations that have shaped Western thought and society. It's ideal for students of humanities, critical thinkers, and anyone seeking deeper insight into how philosophical ideas have influenced human civilization throughout history.

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Explore education, bio, philosophy & sciences

Explore education, bio, philosophy & sciences

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Explore education, bio, philosophy & sciences

This learning plan bridges the gap between scientific understanding and philosophical inquiry, providing a comprehensive framework for examining how we learn, teach, and understand our world. Ideal for educators, students of philosophy or science, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of knowledge acquisition and the biological foundations of human experience.

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Develop mental intelligence via philosophy

Develop mental intelligence via philosophy

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Develop mental intelligence via philosophy

This learning plan bridges timeless philosophical wisdom with cutting-edge neuroscience and psychology to create a comprehensive approach to personal development. It's ideal for anyone seeking to think more clearly, manage their emotions effectively, learn more efficiently, and live with greater purpose and resilience in an increasingly complex world.

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