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2. What is your personal definition of philosophy? Refer to the readings of the definition of what philosophy is, and what it is not. Explain how the definition relates to your personal definition, and again, refer to the readings and cite some that back up your views.
For me, it's a set of rules/exioms I follow based on my life experiences. When we studies philosophy, we want to understand how and why people do certain things and how to live a good life. In other words, we want to know the meaning of life. A philosopher is someone whose job is to think these big thoughts.
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Philosophy and the nature of philosophical activity are open ways or thinking about life, truth, religion, spirituality, and other unanswerable life’s questions. According to Hallman, philosophy is defined as the “love for wisdom” from the Greek language. Being able to be open-minded about controversial topics to daily life questions keeps the mind able to explore and learn new things. Being open-minded about different types of thinking and ways of life is also being able to think about it rationally in a way that also makes logical sense.
There are different ways philosophers look at opposing ideals and beliefs. In Hallman’s Introduction, the German philosopher Martin Heidegger explained two distinct thinking, which were meditative – why, and calculative – how. However, there are many philosophers that do not believe in this type of thinking. Most would concur that the philosophical thinking varies from other categories of thinking because of the topics of discussion (Hallman, p. xxii).
People think differently from Asia to the United States to Europe, and philosophy is a study of learning why people come to believe in what they believe. In Hallman’s Introduction, he mentions, “philosophy is a kind conversation” which means that philosophical discussion is a “language that allows us to converse with others about many of the really important issues in our lives” (p. xxii). Many of the philosophic topics discussed have been reasons for past wars among nations and rivalry.
I envision that philosophical thinking and writing will contribute to my life journey in my present and future relationships. These relationships can range from being a friend, co-worker, teacher, or patient. If I can understand how they understand and think why something is the way it is; it will be easier for me to get along with them in general. An example for my future would be for me to understand that someone is not being rude, but was grown to believe in some other religion or way of life. This type of thinking will help lead me to the understanding of other beliefs and have patience as a friend, co-worker, student, or nurse.
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