The Philosophy Prescription

What can the world's greatest thinkers teach us about how to live a good life? A bitesized introduction to philosophy for those who loved The Novel Cure or The Poetry Pharmacy.

When faced with life's most difficult, existential questions we often feel alone. Who am I? What should I value? Why should I go on? And yet, while they feel unique, many of the anxieties, disappointments, and uncertainties in our lives are universal.

Philosophy is the space where we commit to an honest dialogue about this situation: the good-faith attempt to cut to the heart of the matter. What does it mean to be someone's child, or their parent? What is the purpose of beauty? And what can a Japanese sage teach us about death?

There may be no guidebook for life, but there is comfort in knowing there are others who have gone through all this, too. Warmly written and full of timeless wisdom, The Philosophy Prescription invites you to join the shared search for answers.