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Existentialism and the Authentic Life

11h 57m 41s
English
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Embark on a journey through the profound philosophical landscape of existentialism with the Existentialism and the Authentic Life course. Guided by Professor Skye C. Cleary, this series of 24 captivating lectures delves into the writings of influential existentialists, exploring how they tackled life's most profound questions. From love and death to war and deception, these thinkers offer guidance on living an authentic and meaningful life in a world that can often appear absurd.

Course Highlights

Throughout this course, you will engage with various existentialist themes and topics, gaining insights and understanding of what it means to live authentically in modern society.

Key Topics Covered

  • The philosophy of existentialism: An overview
  • The concept of authenticity and self-discovery
  • Existentialist views on love, death, and the human condition
  • How existentialists address the absurdity of life
  • Analysis of philosophical texts from renowned existentialists

Meet Your Instructor

Professor Skye C. Cleary is an acclaimed scholar in existentialist philosophy, known for her insightful interpretations and deep understanding of existential issues. She brings a wealth of knowledge to this course, offering students a profound educational experience.

Why Enroll?

This course is perfect for those seeking to deepen their understanding of existential philosophy and its application to real-life situations. Whether you are a philosophy student, a curious thinker, or someone in search of personal growth, this course will provide valuable perspectives.

About the Authors

Skye C. Cleary

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Skye C. Cleary is a lecturer at Columbia University and The City College of New York. She earned a PhD in Management from Macquarie University. She is a philosopher and writer whose books include How to Be Authentic: Simone de Beauvoir and the Quest for Fulfillment, Existentialism and Romantic Love, and How to Live a Good Life. Her writing has appeared in The Paris Review, the Times Literary Supplement, TED-Ed, and the Los Angeles Review of Books, among other outlets. She also won a New Philosopher Writers’ Award and was a MacDowell Fellow.

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#1: 1. How to think like an existentialist
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1. How to think like an existentialist Demo
29:44
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2. Soren Kierkegaard on existential crises
32:35
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3. Kierkegaard's leap to faith
33:25
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4. Friedrich Nietzsche on authentic greatness
31:08
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5. Nietzsche on creating super-relationships
30:09
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6. Martin Heidegger on authentic being
33:43
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7. Jose Ortega y Gasset on authentic destiny
32:06
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8. Karl Jaspers on authentic communication
32:22
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9. Albert Camus on authentic happiness
31:23
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10. Camus on absurdity
32:05
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11. Camus on authenticity amid chaos
27:26
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12. Camus on authentic rebellion
33:07
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13. Frantz Fanon on restoring human dignity
31:18
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14. Jean-Paul Sartre on why hell is other people
27:25
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15. Sartre on sex and sadomasochism
27:24
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16. Sartre on authentic work
27:30
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17. Richard Wright on overcoming alienation
29:47
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18. Simone de Beauvoir on authentic love
29:50
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19. Beauvoir on authentic friendships
25:39
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20. Beauvoir on raising children authentically
27:29
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21. Beauvoir on authentic aging
22:22
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22. Beauvoir on loving your mortality
29:29
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23. Toni Morrison and the sources of self-regard
28:44
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24. Everyday existentialism
31:31
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