Built Not Born Podcast (#152) -Donald Robertson – How to Think Like Socrates @DonaldJRobertsonAuthor
– – 🎓 How to Think Like Socrates – Interview with Donald Robertson 📚
Join us for a fascinating discussion with philosopher and best selling author Donald Robertson about his latest book "How to Think Like Socrates: Ancient Philosophy as a Way of Life in the Modern World."
Key Topics:
🧠 Who was Socrates and why he matters today
❓ The Socratic method and how to apply it
⚖️ Why Socrates was put to death
🤔 How to develop Wisdom as a skill rather than just knowledge
🎸 Why Socrates was the "Jimi Hendrix of Philosophy"
Previous Books by Donald Robertson:
📕 How to Think Like a Roman Emperor: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius
📗 Marcus Aurelius: The Stoic Philosopher
Highlights:
– Learn how Socrates influenced Marcus Aurelius and Stoic philosophy
– Discover practical techniques for questioning assumptions and developing wisdom
– Understand why wisdom is more about skill than accumulated knowledge
– Hear about Donald’s next project on anger management.
Don’t miss this deep dive into ancient wisdom that remains incredibly relevant in our modern world! Donald explains how Socrates’ methods of questioning and critical thinking can help us navigate modern challenges.
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