The Philosophy of Self

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According to Socrates, what is the value of examining one's life?

To strive for wisdom and perfection

According to Plato, what are the three parts of the soul/self?

Reason, Physical appetite, spirit/passion

According to Aristotle, how does the self/mind develop?

Through experiences

Which philosophical perspective advocates for embracing adversity and indifference to pleasure?

<p>Stoicism</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which philosophical perspective believes that pleasure is the only good in life and our goal should be to maximize pleasure and minimize pain?

<p>Hedonism</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Ancient Triumvirate, which philosopher believed that the soul strives for wisdom and perfection?

<p>Socrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato, which part of the soul/self is associated with physical appetite?

<p>Physical appetite</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Aristotle, how is the self/mind developed?

<p>Through experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which philosophical perspective during the Ancient Triumvirate believed in embracing adversity and indifference to pleasure?

<p>Stoicism</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Medieval Philosophy, what was the focus of Theo-centrism?

<p>Being content with simple things in life</p> Signup and view all the answers

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