Epicurus is often misunderstood. This episode invites you into his garden of calm, where philosophy is not about indulgence but about finding deep inner peace.
We explore the true heart of Epicurean thought: the difference between momentary pleasures and lasting contentment. At the centre is ataraxia, a kind of serenity that comes when fear fades and desire quiets.
You’ll hear about his Four-Part Cure for the soul, why he valued friendship above wealth, and how simplicity can free us rather than deprive us.
This is not a path of renunciation. It is a way of living with less fear, more clarity, and a quiet sense of joy in being alive.