The Art of Living - Thicket
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The Art of Living

The Art of Living

Life is simple—living is hard. From the ancient insights of philosophy and religion to the modern expressions of art and literature, humanity has always sought the secret to a life well-lived. Therefore, we don't have to start from scratch. There are proven strategies and moments of profound meaning discovered by those who have found their own ways, giving us the tools to craft our own "art of living."
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Your Instructor

Greg Salyer
Greg Salyer

PhD in Humanities
Emory University

A teacher, scholar, and administrator in higher education for over thirty years, my odyssey begins in the Appalachian Mountains and now finds me at home in the City of Angels. In between I have encountered a number of gods and monsters but have always looked for ways to wisdom for myself and others. Trained in interdisciplinary humanities, I have taught courses in literature, philosophy, and religious studies in small liberal arts colleges, regional universities, and Research I institutions. Since 2000 I have created and taught courses online at several universities, including Rutgers, Maryland, and Walden. Publications include articles and books on Native American literature, postmodernism, literature and theology, and other interdisciplinary topics. Currently, I write and teach a few courses and am especially excited about Thicket.

Interdisciplinary humanities: literaturephilosophyreligious studieswisdom studies
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$144

What you'll learn

"Technologies of thought" and how they apply in a changing world

Philosophies of language and meaning

The meanings of work and leisure

Dynamics of the creative process

Theories and customs of love

Putting it all together to make a life worth living

Course Schedule

Arguments are all around us, and they have been since we developed language. What makes for a good argument, one that can really change people and the world? What arguments change us and why? How do we decide for ourselves what is true or not true, what we should or should not believe? This is not a exercise in logic. It's about determining, for ourselves and in a meaningful sense, what makes sense and what doesn't. We do that by exploring how we have made sense of the world and each other through the history of thought. In the process we will explore the technology of thinking, along with its methodologies, expressions, and limitations.

What You Get

Live interactive sessions

Engage in real-time discussions with expert instructors

Small discussion groups

Maximum 15 students for personalized attention

Session recordings

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Dedicated platform

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