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SUMMARY:Mind\, Focus & Presence: A Practical Workshop for Navigating Life’s Noise
DESCRIPTION:Life is full of noise: messages\, deadlines\, worries and a thousand things pulling at our attention. This free\, practical evening workshop offers simple tools to help you find your footing again. \nOver an hour and a half\, we’ll explore five everyday practices from practical philosophy: finding your centre before the day begins\, building one purposeful habit instead of starting a thousand things\, feeding your mind well\, choosing the one priority that truly matters\, and practising a little every day so that your choices follow your values. \nThis is philosophy as a tool for living\, not an academic exercise. No background in philosophy is needed\, just curiosity and a wish to grow. You’ll go home with ideas you can try the very next morning. \nThe workshop is hosted by New Acropolis South Africa\, a school of philosophy that promotes culture and practises volunteering. Entry is free\, but please reserve your seat on Quicket so we can welcome you properly. Questions? WhatsApp us on 076 445 7798.
URL:https://www.newacropolis.org.za/event/mind-focus-presence-a-practical-workshop-for-navigating-lifes-noise/
LOCATION:New Acropolis School of Philosophy South Africa\, 467 Jan Smuts Ave\, Blairgowrie\, Randburg\, Gauteng\, 2194\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:FREE first class - Living Human Values: Practical Philosophy for a Modern World (Part 1) - Randburg
DESCRIPTION:Living Human Values is our introductory course in practical philosophy. Its aim is not to increase our knowledge about philosophy\, but to follow in the footsteps of the great philosophers\, putting timeless ideas into practice in everyday life. \nThrough classes\, practical exercises and dialogue\, we draw on the wisdom of world civilisations such as India\, Greece\, Ancient Egypt and Tibet\, and ask what it means for how we think\, choose and live together today. No background in philosophy is needed\, just curiosity and a wish to grow. \nThe first class in Randburg is free\, so you can come and see whether the course is for you before deciding. The full course has three parts and 17 weekly sessions of 2 hours. Part 1 is 6 sessions for R600\, or R300 for students\, under-21s\, pensioners and unemployed people. Parts 2 and 3 (6 and 5 sessions) cost the same. \nCan’t make the first class? You’re welcome to join at session 2 on Thursday 5 November at 19:00\, at the same venue. \nPlease reserve your free seat on Quicket. Questions? WhatsApp us on 076 445 7798.
URL:https://www.newacropolis.org.za/event/free-first-class-living-human-values-practical-philosophy-for-a-modern-world-part-1-randburg/
LOCATION:New Acropolis School of Philosophy South Africa\, 467 Jan Smuts Ave\, Blairgowrie\, Randburg\, Gauteng\, 2194\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:FREE first class - Living Human Values: Practical Philosophy for a Modern World (Part 1) - Soweto
DESCRIPTION:Living Human Values is our introductory course in practical philosophy. Its aim is not to increase our knowledge about philosophy\, but to follow in the footsteps of the great philosophers\, putting timeless ideas into practice in everyday life. \nThrough classes\, practical exercises and dialogue\, we draw on the wisdom of world civilisations such as India\, Greece\, Ancient Egypt and Tibet\, and ask what it means for how we think\, choose and live together today. No background in philosophy is needed\, just curiosity and a wish to grow. \nThe first class in Soweto is free\, so you can come and see whether the course is for you before deciding. The full course has three parts and 17 weekly sessions of 2 hours. Part 1 is 6 sessions for R600\, or R300 for students\, under-21s\, pensioners and unemployed people. Parts 2 and 3 (6 and 5 sessions) cost the same. \nCan’t make the first class? You’re welcome to join at session 2 on Saturday 7 November at 14:00\, at the same venue. \nPlease reserve your free seat on Quicket. Questions? WhatsApp us on 076 445 7798.
URL:https://www.newacropolis.org.za/event/free-first-class-living-human-values-practical-philosophy-for-a-modern-world-part-1-soweto/
LOCATION:Eyethu Heritage Hall\, Eyethu Shopping Centre\, Machaba Drive\, Mofolo Central\, Soweto\, Gauteng\, 1800\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Course,Courses
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SUMMARY:World Philosophy Day 2026: Sensing the Universe
DESCRIPTION:An evening where philosophy and science meet \nWhat can a physicist and a philosopher learn from each other about how we perceive the universe and our place in it? Both begin in the same place: wonder. On World Philosophy Day\, celebrated each November at UNESCO’s initiative\, New Acropolis South Africa invites you to an evening of ideas\, art and conversation. \n\nGather from 18:30: arrive early\, meet fellow curious minds and enjoy a warm welcome.\nAn opening performance by Met_A_Morphosis (instagram.com/met_a_morphosis).\nA talk by Dr Luca Pontiggia\, PhD physicist\, from Universe on Stage (instagram.com/terzio_luca).\nA dialogue and Q&A between Dr Luca Pontiggia and Guy Hazon\, National Director of New Acropolis South Africa\, on where philosophy and science meet\, and how both can guide the way we see\, choose and live each day.\nYour turn: a short interactive moment where you become part of the conversation.\n\nWhen: Thursday 19 November 2026\, 18:30 for 19:00 (about 2 hours) \nWhere: The Whirlwind Theatre\, Delta Environmental Centre \nTickets: R220\, with a 20% discount for students and pensioners. Book on Quicket \nQuestions? WhatsApp 076 445 7798 \nGuest speakers and performers share their own views\, which do not necessarily represent those of New Acropolis South Africa. \nNew Acropolis South Africa is a school of philosophy that promotes culture and practises volunteering.
URL:https://www.newacropolis.org.za/event/world-philosophy-day-2026-sensing-the-universe/
LOCATION:The Whirlwind Theatre\, Delta Environmental Centre\, Delta Park\, corner Road No. 3 and Road No. 5\, Victory Park\, Randburg\, Gauteng\, 2194\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Culture
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