School of Philosophy Ballarat

01/02/2025

Ever wondered why you are here, what life is all about, who you really are? Join some fellow enquiring minds to see what can be uncovered by spending a little time on the bigger questions of life.

Practical Philosophy may be just the thing to assist.

We are thrilled to announce a new introductory course for enquiring minds in the Ballarat area with commencement on Wed Feb 12th 2025, 7pm @ Barkly Square.

Enrollments are online, we look forward to welcoming you to The Wisdom Within!

Our Introductory Course in Practical Philosophy ‘The Wisdom Within’ introduces you to some of the great philosophical teachings from around the globe and allows participants to look at life and its meaning, the world and its causes. It asks what holds us back? What sets us free? and importantly ...

21/06/2024

Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us, or we find it not. - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Loved this video shared with me today. Friday pick me up.

I created this project for an art class at my high school in Chicago. I wanted to capture the beauty I saw in my peers, but it turned into an experiment abou...

19/07/2023

Check out this awesome new YouTube channel for those interested in Plato and what use studying the classics can bring to modern day life!

The Foundation promotes the study of the writings of Plato and other philosophers in the Platonic Tradition and fosters a greater awareness of their relevanc...

19/02/2023

You're Invited! Online Discussion - The Wisdom of Eckhart Tolle.
Online $15 - 25th Feb 2023, 10-11.30am. Bookings essential.

Eckhart Tolle, made famous by his bestselling book “The Power of Now”, reported experiencing a radical spiritual awakening in 1977 when he was 29.

He has since “become a spiritual teacher in the eyes of the world”.

In this workshop we will listen to selected recordings from the man himself and by using a reflective practice aim to hear his words not just as information but as an experience of the underlying truth.

Practical Wisdom Workshops The Wisdom of Eckhart Tolle When Date: 25th of February 2023 Sat 10:00-11:30am AEST Presenter: Brett Williamson Cost: $15.00 Where Online via Zoom. Meeting details will be supplied after registration. BOOK ONLINE! The Wisdom of Eckhart Tolle

29/01/2023

🤩 In-person Part 1 - The Wisdom Within, Introductory Philosophy Course on in Ballarat, Wed 8th Feb, 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm, Barkly Square. 🥳🎉 25 Barkly Street, Ballarat East - front entrance please.

www.practicalphilosophyvic.org.au/courses/wisdom-within - click here for course overview and enrolment.

Have you ever heard the Ballarat Philosophiser on 3BA? On the fourth Tuesday of every month 10.10 am on Brett MacDonald's Ballarat Today? Come and see what all the fuss is about.

Drawing from both East and West philosophies, the School of Philosophy Ballarat is taking enrolments now - how can philosophy help you live a more meaningful, purposeful and happy life?

Our discussion group is about exploration, not study. You are given simple practices to try out at home, and just observe what happens.

No previous experience necessary, just an open mind and a willingness to listen to others.

We look forward to seeing you there! Enrol via the link, or on the night. Pricing and concession discounts online.

27/10/2022

Come along to a local event - “Philosophy begins in wonder.”

This talk is intended to give interested people an idea of how Philosophy may be made practical and relevant in our everyday life.

The talk is neither academic nor theoretical, but using both inquiry and a simple contemplative approach, we introduce and consider statements drawn from various philosophical systems reflecting common and universal principles that can be applied today.

Venue Barkly Square 25-39 Barkly St Ballarat
Time Wednesday 9th November 7-9pm
Price $15 (book and pay prior or payment by card or cash on the night)

To register go to https://practicalphilosophyvic.org.au/product/philosophy-begins-in-wonder/ by 7th November

22/10/2022

This can help slow us down in this busy world.

https://practicalphilosophyvic.org.au/courses/philosophy-shorts/mindfulness-for-life/

10/10/2022

https://practicalphilosophyvic.org.au/events/practical-wisdom-workshops/patience-is-the-first-of-the-ten-natural-laws-why/

Patience is the First of the Ten Natural Laws – Why?
The first aspect of Dharma (Law) is Patience followed by forgiveness, self control, not stealing, purification, mastery over sensory organs, spiritual intellect, spiritual knowledge, truth and lack of anger.

Can Wisdom be available to live a life of fineness and happiness if Patience is not practiced?

Saturday 22nd October 10.00 - 11.30am
Cost: $15
Online via Zoom

To book, click through!

Practical Wisdom Workshops Patience is the First of the Ten Natural Laws When Date: 22nd of October 2022 Sat 10:00-11:30am AEST Presenter: Warwick Brewster Cost: $15.00 Where Online via Zoom. Meeting details will be supplied after registration. BOOK ONLINE! Patience

24/09/2022

Some awesome tasters here, open to all!

https://practicalphilosophyvic.org.au/courses/philosophy-shorts/philosophy-begins-in-wonder/