Philosophy

[AU24K]

I believe that philosophy is important. Not so much to persue a college degree of Philosophy.

I've yet to see a "Help Wanted" ad for Philosophers. Yep. That's pretty much a wasted Major...
And I was thinkin' that....well...ummm....I wish there were jobs for philosophers!
What benefit to society can you think of for philosophers? What jobs would they be best suited for? There was once a time that philosophers were worth more than their weight in gold.
Have you any philosophical musings?

{popcorn in the microwave, anticipating an enlightening thread...}

Best Wishes,
Scott

[Michigan Badger]

Popcorn? I'd recommend strong, black, coffee.

"Socrates tells the story of Thales, who was by some accounts the first philosopher. He was looking so intently at the stars that he fell into a well."

We're all philosophers in one way or another.

It's like the teacher who asked little Johnny to define philosophy. Agitated...Johnny shouted..."I don't know and I don't care!" "Correct!," said the teacher.

But a degree in it? Nah.

[cheese]

Presidential advisers... it wouldn't hurt if they knew how to use their noggin. Well informed and rational thoughts of explanation, reason, and approaches to solving the problems we have would be quite welcome IMO.

[Frankn]

Decartes nailed it. "I think, Therefor I am."
Think about it ! How many people voted for a word " change " Without even wondering what it referred to. Frank

[Zephyr]

If some people know Shakespeare so well, how come he doesn't help them get a job?

[RGINN]

People greeter at wallyworld. That would be a trip. 'Do you need a cart, or would you just like a cart, because pushing a cart labels you as a consumer, one with big purchases in mind, that necessitate the use of a cart to hold them, saying to the world, behold, I am successful, and have enough money that I need a cart, perhaps two, to hold purchases I intend to and am fully able to make.' But be careful how long you look into the cart, or you may become the cart. It would be too cool.

[spartacus53]

I doubt, therefore I might be.

[packerbacker]

A math teacher. "If you think that the answer to the question of "What's 2 plus 2 is 9, then 2+2=9. You are entitled to your opinion and I, mine. There are no facts, only theories."

[worldtalker]

A math teacher. "If you think that the answer to the question of "What's 2 plus 2 is 9, then 2+2=9. You are entitled to your opinion and I, mine. There are no facts, only theories."

That's the problem with Public school, Dumb them down!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!God Bless HH Chris

[thrillathahunt]

Look at it this way, a degree in philosophy may not get you a high paying job, but at least you will be interesting at parties!

[packerbacker]

Since Confucius there just ain't nothin' left to ponder. He about covered everything.

[AU24K]

So, boiled down to the gist, "It is what it is and it ain't what it ain't" covers it well I suppose...

[The Beep Goes On]

As a dynamic collection of thoughts and associations, capable of ascertaining our place in the universe and of introspection, it would seem to be great for conversation, but there is little practical about the intangible except for the individual's own purpose. Thinking about those things can lead to the questioning of one's own existence and all that mental heavy-lifting can make us feel uncomfortable, so we keep it at a safe distance.

Pure philosophy, in this world of pervasive entertainment, is not on most people's list. An historian-philosopher would be an excellent advisor, imo. Seems like it is one of those careers that exists in and of itself; teaching being the only way to make it pay.

[AU24K]

As a dynamic collection of thoughts and associations, capable of ascertaining our place in the universe and of introspection, it would seem to be great for conversation, but there is little practical about the intangible except for the individual's own purpose. Thinking about those things can lead to the questioning of one's own existence and all that mental heavy-lifting can make us feel uncomfortable, so we keep it at a safe distance.

Pure philosophy, in this world of pervasive entertainment, is not on most people's list. An historian-philosopher would be an excellent advisor, imo. Seems like it is one of those careers that exists in and of itself; teaching being the only way to make it pay.

Very well stated!

Best,
Scott

[The Beep Goes On]

Thank you Scott Thinking about this a bit more, a psychologist or psychiatrist could benefit greatly, or their patients could, if the doctors could effectively convey the philosophical counterpart to the patients behavioral problem. Much of what goes on in our mind is 'archetypical', or representative, according to Jung and others, and philosophy might present a method of access unavailable elsewhere. Philosophy may present a path to growth without any strings attached, unlike other means of enlightenment.