Life is short, but wisdom is eternal.
̔O βιoς βραχυς, ̔η δε σoφια απειρα. *

I became a researcher in ancient philosophy and the history of science in order to draw on the power of eternal wisdom. I received my Ph.D. in 2014 (Hungary, Budapest, ELTE Doctoral Program in Ancient Philosophy).
In addition, I have been a primary and secondary school teacher throughout my career. As a history teacher, I was immersed in Greek culture from a young age, and I thought that studying ancient knowledge was a real treasure hunt; a kind of cultural archeology.
For me, it’s also important to continue to research and spread this knowledge because wisdom is for everyone. The wisdom of life is the experience of generations, and a wise life is the best quality of life there is:

• it is happiness itself,
• peace of mind, and harmony with nature and the cosmos,
• balance in the trinity of body-mind-spirit.

Then you can ask: Who are you, man?
Well, my pen name (Evtimea) is a play on words: the modern Greek form of my first name would be Eftimea. I changed the f in it to a v, because my surname starts with a V, and the e is the symbol for digital-electronic creations in the virtual world (so it will be e-VTimea).

In my realm as a writer, I strive to reuse and rethink ancient wisdom.
My motto: Life – Wisdom – Harmony.
Welcome to my world!

Copyright: Tímea Várőri (PhD) alias EVTIMEA, 2024 May

*This was originally said by the physician Hippocrates: “Life is short, and art is long, the crisis fleeting; experience perilous, and decision difficult.” I have converted it to wisdom.

Happy Life Training—from ancient times 1

Happiness?
Is there anyone who does not want to be happy? This has been the eternal problem of the individual since man has been on earth or, perhaps, even before. Of course, all animal and vegetable beings also struggle to maintain their well-being.
Ancient philosophy?
Why would anyone think the ancient sages did not seek the answer to the question of happiness?
My whole university life was about theoretical concepts such as the doctrine of ideas, forms, and elements. It was as if metaphysical theories had nothing to do with the challenges of ordinary human life. However, what is the value of wisdom if it cannot teach anyone a happy life?
Happiness is a kind of state.
You feel happy when there is peace in your soul; when all things are in harmony in your inner life and around you.
Ancient wisdom is still valid today. People are always individuals; they are full of personal problems. The wisdom of life and the right way to live were the subjects of ancient philosophy. So, ancient philosophers wrote much wise advice that we can use to control our lives.
But remember that the formula for happiness you learn from the philosophers is universal, and not your individual formula. You have to make this formula your own so, you have to feel it, think about it, and reinterpret it for your life. In this way, happiness will be your happiness, for your life is yours alone.

In part 1 of Happy Life Training, we look at the problem of true self-knowledge, primarily through the classical Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle (and a little Heraclitus).
In part 2, we learn about the right way to deal with our souls through the Stoic school, which is also popular in current times (Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius).
The book is recommended also for beginners.

MY NEW PLAN is an extraordinary history of Western philosophy.

THE PATH OF WISDOM – TO HAPPINESS

Imagine this is the Sophissima Phil-IQ school. Let’s step onto the Path of Wisdom together! Where else can this path lead but to happiness?
The field of philosophy is known for its complex and abstract expressions, making it difficult to understand. At first glance, this seems to separate it from the issues of daily life. But the core of philosophy is the quest for wisdom, which involves gaining a proper understanding of the world and our inner selves.
We cannot be happy in ignorance: to lead a good life, we need to be well-informed about the world and to know our abilities and our goals in life.
The science of philosophy is a rigorous thought experiment of explaining how the world works. The key to comprehending famous theories is to become proficient in the specialized terminology (jargon) used by scientists. Then it becomes clear that all philosophers are really striving for a successful and happy life.
So, don’t be afraid to step on the Path of Wisdom with me! I’ll try to give you clear explanations and translate difficult scientific jargon into the simpler language of everyday life. And to test yourself, you’ll be given a comprehension exercise at the end of each lesson. You will also find suggested solutions to the exercises at the end of the book.
Welcome and join me fearlessly on the Path of Wisdom to Happiness!

MY NEW PLAN is the analysis of Aristotle’s Physics:

Nature and Continuity

Aristotle’s Physics (or Natural Philosophy) was the subject of my doctoral thesis.
My forthcoming monograph in English will summarize and reflect on this.
Continuity is a mathematical concept that is implicit in ancient geometry. Aristotle is the first to present the theory of geometric continuity in detail, much more so than in Euclid’s textbook Elements. In addition, Aristotle extends the theory of continuity in a manner befitting a philosopher. He employs it to expound on the metaphysical understanding of the entire natural universe. Thus, at the end of Physics, he arrives at a mathematical definition of the absolute force that drives the cosmos, i.e., God. A fascinating question is how this metaphysical model relates to geometric continuity.