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French Philosophy Gems for Mental Health: Structuralism and Post-Structuralism
Highlighting how French philosophical movements articulate practical strategies for mental health
Liz Truss is the new UK PM! Vivre la difference – Part 2
Finally, after interminable weeks of boring speeches, monotonous press conferences, and tedious interviews, it’s all over.
How they love to hate each other: Vivre la difference – Part 1
The British and the French love to hate each other, but If they do not know if they are friends, then we have problems!
French Philosophy Gems for Mental Health: Existentialism
Existentialism is not a warm or fuzzy philosophical frame. Yet for me, it’s rich in wisdom & a street-wise brand of comfort.
Moving to France: sorting what to take – #6
Before 'the sorting' came a bit of panic I hadn’t expected! Where and when had I accumulated so much stuff?
France Sizzles – in more ways than one
Wildfires are blazing across Europe and the temperature in France goes up and up — on the thermometer and in French politics.
Moving to France: how to let go? – #5
How to let go? “Letting go means to come to the realization that some people are a part of your history, but not a part of your destiny.”
French Elections: Seconds Out — Round Three
The two National Assembly weekends of voting signals little cheer for Macron as he faces the final battle on Sunday.
Philosophy and Mental Health: Lessons from the French Education System
Unlike many countries Philosophy has been a mandatory subject for French high school students since 1809, when Napoleon instituted the Baccalaureate (Bac).
Two cheers for President Macron
Touch & Go? There’s still the “Third Round” legislative elections to renew the Assemblée Nationale, scheduled for 12 & 19 June.
