Mark Theo P. Binghay Fr.
John Paul Tuble
AB PHILOSOPHY – 4 Special Question on
Philosophy
Seeing the World Through New Glasses
Coming into this class, I was surrounded by philosophy. Big names, big ideas
– it was all fascinating, but sometimes it felt like I was just memorizing things. Then
came the big question: "Why is philosophy even important?". It made me realize I
needed to see the world through a whole new lens, not just learn what other people
thought. This course became like getting a brand new pair of glasses for
understanding life.
Exploring different ways of thinking in philosophy was like opening a treasure
chest. Existentialism, with its focus on being free, made me think about the famous
saying, "You are what you do, not what you say." It showed me that I have to take
charge of my own life, even if it's scary. On the other hand, stoicism, with its focus
on staying calm, reminded me of the saying, "Don't sweat the small stuff." It gave
me tools to deal with whatever life throws my way. This class wasn't just about
reading; it was about using these ideas to really think for myself and build my own
way of seeing the world.
The coolest part is that this new way of thinking is already changing how I
see things. Now, when I see news stories or hear people arguing, I don't just accept
what they say. I start asking questions, like "Why do they believe that?" or "Is there
another way to look at this?". The class also helped me figure out how to make
good choices. Instead of just following the crowd, I think about what's right for
everyone involved, kind of like the saying, "Do unto others as you would have them
do unto you." Even in group projects, I can explain my ideas more clearly and listen
to others better, thanks to learning about logic and reasoning
But philosophy isn't just for students like me. The ideas we learn about are
actually the building blocks of our whole world. The laws we follow, the way
governments work – it all comes back to big questions about fairness and what
makes a good society. Even the debate about robots and artificial intelligence –
that's basically asking, "Can a machine ever truly think?" The same goes for taking
care of the planet – it's about figuring out how to live in harmony with nature.
Philosophy isn't a dusty old subject; it's a powerful tool for building a better future.
This course has been an eye-opening adventure. It's given me the skills to
think critically, make good decisions, and understand the world in a whole new way.
Philosophy may not give us all the answers, but as someone once said, "The
unexamined life is not worth living." As I keep learning and exploring, I'll carry
these lessons with me, forever grateful for the way they've helped me see the world
with more clarity.