Descartes Was Wrong. This Won’t Bring You Peace or Happiness
Don’t trust your thoughts. Here’s a better way.
The ancient philosophers have much to teach us — up to a point.
We shouldn’t swallow their wisdom blindly. We need to throw it under the microscope — check in on its relevance to our lives today.
We need to question if their ideas still resonate in the 21st Century? Do they contain a truth that will help us to lead calmer, happier lives?
Or do they need renovating to meet our needs in a chaotic and uncertain world?
It’s Time for a Do-Over
There’s no doubting Frenchman René Descartes’ place in history.
The 17th Century philosopher, scientist, and mathematician was a key figure in the emergence of modern philosophy and science.
He coined the phrase:
Cogito, Ergo Sum or “I think, therefore I am”.
Originally, it was a statement used to confirmed his — and all human — existence. If a person was capable of thought, it was proof they were there.
But, over the years, it has had many iterations, becoming a mantra for our thoughts governing what we do, and therefore expressing…
