I discovered your channel a few days ago and the videos are simply amazing and insightful. I know real life things might make it tough to continue making videos but please don't stop.
This definitely clarified Epicurean philosophy in a relatable way for me. I think a general understanding opens the door for honing the particulars (as some on the comments have gone into). I look forward to seeing more of your creative approach. 😎🍏
The meaning of pleasure in the modern world is not, for the most part, tranquility and the absence of pain; instead, it is excitement and happiness most often derived from physical stimulation, entertainment, and having fun. I even have the belief that this was true during Epicurus' time in ancient Greece, and that he really only subverted the meaning to serve his own philosophical agenda. Now, I am not saying there is no pleasure in tranquility and peace-of-mind, I'm just saying that there is actually much more pleasure in actual fun, entertainment, and sensuality. Of course, I am not arguing that this is morally good because, unlike Epicurus, I do not define moral goodness in terms of pleasure. I'm just saying this is the reality of human nature, and while living a tranquil and peaceful life has its advantages, a more practical (or pragmatic) approach to life is a balance (or mean between the extremes) between pleasure and tranquility. I think you should always keep in mind that too much pleasure, especially from the wrong sources, will eventually lead to more pain than pleasure, and that too much tranquility will eventual lead to lethargy and boredom with life. Moreover, there is no perfect formula for balancing pleasure/tranquility for everyone, as everyone has his own personality, values, and standards. Hey, let's face it, we can't possibly know everything in advance; and, so, life is sometimes just a gamble ! GOOD LUCK !
Its interesting seeing that are obvious so often have formal philosophical names. Sure not many people even consider the questions that lead to some of them but once you look your work is basically done
You can argue that True, Pure Altruism is the symbol which Jesus represents, and Satan would represent the polar opposite, of this, which is desire, power, control.. someone who only behaves in the limbic state, or only responds to these instincts, is animalistic, barbaric.. however both sides exist in Humans.. i guess having a better grasp of what is meant by “True, Pure Altruism”.. would you consider, someone helping someone else and deriving pleasure from that act of helping them, True Altruism? Why or Why Not?
@@GabrielGarcia-u8v no it's not altruism because that person still gets dopamine, reinforcing that behaviour for them. Them. In other words, that person will feel good for having helped and other person. They will feel good because they will be reinforcing the perception they have of themselves that they are a good person. They might also feel good for being seen by others to be a good person. All of this is Ego stuff. It is not possible to do good just for the sake of doing good because it's not possible to get more out of it than just the act of doing good. Humans are designed to do things that make them feel good. Even when somebody sacrifices something, or risks something, it is still not truly altruistic because they are doing something that they feel is Good and they get pleasure and satisfaction out of that.
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You shouldn’t have stopped making videos because I’m big on Philosophy and I still don’t come across videos this good
Finally a fair analysis of epicureanism.
I discovered your channel a few days ago and the videos are simply amazing and insightful.
I know real life things might make it tough to continue making videos but please don't stop.
Do not stop !
Really great content.
Voice and flow of the video.
Well done
This definitely clarified Epicurean philosophy in a relatable way for me. I think a general understanding opens the door for honing the particulars (as some on the comments have gone into).
I look forward to seeing more of your creative approach. 😎🍏
The meaning of pleasure in the modern world is not, for the most part, tranquility and the absence of pain; instead, it is excitement and happiness most often derived from physical stimulation, entertainment, and having fun. I even have the belief that this was true during Epicurus' time in ancient Greece, and that he really only subverted the meaning to serve his own philosophical agenda. Now, I am not saying there is no pleasure in tranquility and peace-of-mind, I'm just saying that there is actually much more pleasure in actual fun, entertainment, and sensuality. Of course, I am not arguing that this is morally good because, unlike Epicurus, I do not define moral goodness in terms of pleasure. I'm just saying this is the reality of human nature, and while living a tranquil and peaceful life has its advantages, a more practical (or pragmatic) approach to life is a balance (or mean between the extremes) between pleasure and tranquility. I think you should always keep in mind that too much pleasure, especially from the wrong sources, will eventually lead to more pain than pleasure, and that too much tranquility will eventual lead to lethargy and boredom with life. Moreover, there is no perfect formula for balancing pleasure/tranquility for everyone, as everyone has his own personality, values, and standards. Hey, let's face it, we can't possibly know everything in advance; and, so, life is sometimes just a gamble ! GOOD LUCK !
The similarities between the beliefs of Epicurus and Siddhartha Gautama is crazy.
They were from the same time too. Spooky.
so good - thank you for this
nicely put together and explained
This channel is underrated! Listened to this and the Socratic Method video while running and they were both great!
Great video. Just watched Office Space today. I follow Epicureanism but I am very unhappy with my job.
Just found your channel! looking forward to watching :D
Nicely explained!
I thought the pursuit of pleasure was called "hedonism".
This was done very well!
Its interesting seeing that are obvious so often have formal philosophical names. Sure not many people even consider the questions that lead to some of them but once you look your work is basically done
Very authentic Australian pronunciation. 😀
No one can deny the limbic system. True, pure altruism doesn't exist
You can argue that True, Pure Altruism is the symbol which Jesus represents, and Satan would represent the polar opposite, of this, which is desire, power, control.. someone who only behaves in the limbic state, or only responds to these instincts, is animalistic, barbaric.. however both sides exist in Humans.. i guess having a better grasp of what is meant by “True, Pure Altruism”.. would you consider, someone helping someone else and deriving pleasure from that act of helping them, True Altruism? Why or Why Not?
@@GabrielGarcia-u8v no it's not altruism because that person still gets dopamine, reinforcing that behaviour for them. Them. In other words, that person will feel good for having helped and other person. They will feel good because they will be reinforcing the perception they have of themselves that they are a good person. They might also feel good for being seen by others to be a good person. All of this is Ego stuff. It is not possible to do good just for the sake of doing good because it's not possible to get more out of it than just the act of doing good. Humans are designed to do things that make them feel good. Even when somebody sacrifices something, or risks something, it is still not truly altruistic because they are doing something that they feel is Good and they get pleasure and satisfaction out of that.
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Lovely video. Great work friend.
Nice.
Epicurus reminds me of ayn rand. Though I suppose, the reverse is actually true, with the former inspiring the latter. Interesting nonetheless.
I'm a man of principle, so whatever I'm doing, if I'm not doing it for the fun of it, then I'm not doing it.
nice