Everyday Philosophy

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Philosophy isn’t only about the big questions like “What is truth?” In fact, some of the best philosophy stems from seemingly small questions, like “Is it ever OK to ghost the people you date?” Everyday Philosophy brings these conversations directly to you, using philosophical insights to unpack everyday dilemmas in an unpretentious and accessible way.

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Are religions simply cults that have gone mainstream?

Or are cults the religions we find distasteful?

Jonny Thomson

Jonny Thomson taught philosophy in Oxford for more than a decade before turning to writing full-time. He’s a staff writer at Big Think, where he writes about philosophy, theology, psychology,[…]

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5 books that shaped 21st-century philosophy

Philosophy isn’t stuck in the past. Here are five texts to connect you with its ongoing dialogue.

Scotty Hendricks

Scotty Hendricks is a graduate student and long-time contributor to Big Think. He resides in Chicago.

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A statue of a man with his hands on his head, symbolizing regret.

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How fear of regret influences our decisions

A simple dice game shines a bit of light on the psychology of regret.

Geoffrey Engelstein

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