A Philosopher's Guide to the Human Condition
(and how you can use that to start a cult)
“Man is but a reed, the most feeble thing in nature; but he is a thinking reed.” - Blaise Pascal
Greetings subscribers! I want to take this opportunity to commend to you an upcoming class, team-taught by Dr. Adam Dell, a board-certified clinical psychologist with vast expertise in trauma and emotional wellbeing, and Dr. James Joiner, a brilliant philosopher and one of the most gifted teachers I have ever had the privilege to observe. This rare opportunity features interdisciplinary dialogue between psychology and philosophy at the highest level — itself a rarity — while delving into profound questions about the human person, such as questions about free will, the soul, what it means to be human, and how such questions inform our understanding of human flourishing and equip us to face and overcome life’s struggles. Whether taking the course for credit (the class is accredited) or for audit, this class is an unparalleled chance to learn at the feet of these two exceptional scholars. I cannot recommend it highly enough to anyone and everyone. Scroll to the bottom for enrollment details.
If your interest in the course is piqued but you need a taste, here’s a recording of the first lecture. In this session, we explore the fundamental questions that have captivated philosophers, psychologists, and thinkers throughout history: What is a human being? What’s wrong with us? How can we be fixed? Who am I? A class for people wrestling with life’s biggest questions, this lecture will offers a roadmap for thinking about humanity’s greatest mysteries (and our own).
Lecture 1: A Philosopher’s Guide to the Human Condition (and how you can use that to start a cult)
Note: Each class will typically be 2.5 hours. We cut the first hour of introductions to get to the meat of the first lecture.
Dr. James Joiner is a Teaching Professor of Philosophy at Northern Arizona University and serves as a bioethicist for Northern Arizona Healthcare. His award-winning teaching and research span philosophy of religion, medieval thought, and bioethics. He brings philosophical rigor and a passion for questions of human flourishing to every discussion.
Dr. Adam Dell is a board-certified clinical psychologist and Director of Psychotherapy at Michiana Neuroscience. Former USAF officer and Notre Dame Wellness Center director, he brings extensive clinical experience in trauma treatment, evidence-based therapy, and the intersection of spirituality and psychological healing.
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Registration closes Tuesday, February 24