Ancient Philosophy and Its Current Influence in Modern Thought

Introduction

Every time we hear the word philosophy, immediately we think of some deep thinkers under the shade of olive trees contemplating the mysteries of existence. They laid down much of what we think today about the world. Their thoughts never faded with time but are still influencing today's thought processes in ways least expected. Below, we highlight how ancient philosophies did indeed leave their mark on modern thought-from whence Greek philosophy contributed to the actual effects of stoicism on actual life, for example. Moreover, we outline how the socratic method, as first formulated by Socrates and then utilised in pedagogy, is used today:. And don't worry, we will keep things lighthearted and accessible! If you're struggling with understanding any of these concepts, our