Pierre Grimes: The Systematic Study of Philosophical Midwifery, online via zoom
Pierre Grimes has shown that the primary cause of a class of human problems lies in the rejection and ignoring of the depth and meaning of the Self. He will present the theory and method for surfacing what he calls the pathologos from his book, Philosophical Midwifery: a new paradigm for understanding human problems, that included its psychological verification by Dr. Regina Uliana. It is recommended that those entering this course review the Power Point Presentation, “PMW and Dreams.”
Next Program Dates TBA
Previous Program Dates
February 11, 2024, 1-3 pm EST
Part One: Outline of the kind of questions that are used in our interviews. “The Art of philosophical Midwifery: the Questions.”
February 18, 2024, 1-3 pm EST
Part Two: A review of the model, or outline, that describes the transmission or the imposition of the Pathologos. “Outline of the stages for the imposition of the Pathologos.”
February 25, 2024, 1-3 pm EST
Part Three: In-depth Study of Insights gained in PM.
March 3, 2024, 1-3 pm EST
Part Four: Dreams, Reflection, and Socrates’ Inner voice.
March 10, 2024, 1-3 pm EST
Part Five: Some implications, including consequences of the rejection of the role of the Self, based on “The Betrayal of Philosophy.” Also, explorations of the role of the Self in Hellenic thought, as found in Homer’s Iliad and in Plato’s Parmenides and The Republic.
10 hours, 10 credits, maximum 20 participants
Open to all APPA members
program fee: $249
Auxiliary and Auxiliary Plus members enroll here
Cancellation policy: If APPA cancels the course, program fees will be 100% refunded. If a participant cancels their participation before the course starts, $200 will be refunded. If a participant cancels their participation during the course, the refund will be $200 minus $40 per week of attendance.
Pierre Grimes, PhD, Founder of the Noetic Society
Pierre is the first philosophical counselor in the West. He has pioneered and practiced Socratic Midwifery in Southern California since the 1960s. Pierre founded both Opening Mind Academy and the Noetic Society, and is a Director of the APPA. Alan Watts called Pierre “a true Jnana Yogi”. Now 98 years of age, Pierre is a legendary sage and luminous beacon for all who aspire to find meaning and attain excellence in their lives.
