Periagoge
Course

The Examined Ancient wisdom and contemporary relevance: Examine your relationship with ancient wisdom itself—what draws you to it, what skepticism you carry, and what assumptions shape how you approach it. This reflection deepens everything that follows.

Uncover why ancient wisdom captivates you. Examine your hidden beliefs and assumptions to deepen your personal growth through reflection and self-awareness

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Concepts in this course
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Abhyasa and Vairagya: Practice and Detachment
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Ashtanga Yoga: The Eight Limbs Framework
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Chitta Vritti Nirodhah: Mind-Stuff Cessation
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Ishvara Pranidhana: Surrender to Ultimate Reality
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Klesha: The Five Afflictions of Mind
AI prompts in this course
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The Moment Ancient wisdom and contemporary relevance Changed for You
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What Would You Tell Someone Just Starting with Ancient wisdom and contemporary relevance?
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A Hard Question About Ancient wisdom and contemporary relevance
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Ancient wisdom and contemporary relevance and the Choices You're Making
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Where Are You with Ancient wisdom and contemporary relevance?
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