For a long time, I didn’t fully understand my grandfather, and was even a little bit uncomfortable around him. I remember having lots of fun with him when I was young, but once I hit my later teenage years, I suddenly felt like there was some unspoken expectation that I was supposed to learn… Continue reading How My Grandfather Sees the World
Author: JJ Sylvia IV
J.J. Sylvia IV attended Mississippi State University where he received B.A. degrees in philosophy and communications. He later received a philosophy M.A. from the University of Southern Mississippi.
About This Site (and me)
About the Site I decided to start this site because I’m passionate about philosophy and I believe that in today’s world it has a bit of PR problem. Many people still see it as an esoteric discipline, full of ivory tower observations that don’t relate to daily life. While it is certainly possible to make… Continue reading About This Site (and me)
Mardi Gras Half Marathon
As I slowly inch toward turning 30, one thing that’s hit me is how many things I still want to do and achieve in my life, compared to the pace at which I’ve done them so far. And a large part of that is admitting to myself that I’ve never actually put 100% effort into… Continue reading Mardi Gras Half Marathon
2BR02B: Day 2
Day Two Topics: Introduction to the Socratic Method, which is a dialectic questioning. What is a philosophic question? Why is it important to question? What is a universal definition and why does Socrates seek one for so many things? How can we apply this method to our every day lives? Socrates insisted that we use… Continue reading 2BR02B: Day 2
2BR02B: Philosophy of Death and Dying – Intro and Day One
This summer at Mississippi Governor’s School, I will be teaching a philosophy course to academically talented high school students about the philosophy of death. I’ve already worked out a general outline of the course, but over the next few months I’m going to be doing more in depth reading and planning. I’m open to ideas… Continue reading 2BR02B: Philosophy of Death and Dying – Intro and Day One