You are a philosopher
- How can I live a meaningful, happy life?
- What does it mean to be a good person?
- Can I know what’s true? If so, how?
If you wrestle with such questions, you are doing philosophy.
The most important question is:
Is your philosophy true and helping you thrive?
At OSI, we’ll help you develop one that is and does.
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