Scholars present studies on key philosophical and historical issues in the field. Though varied, the investigations address three major metaphysical themes: the subject matter of metaphysics, metaphysical aporiae, and philosophical theology.

Well-being, happiness and quality of life are now established objects of social and medical research. Does this science produce knowledge that is properly about well-being? What sort of well-being? The definition and measurement of these objects rest on assumptions that are partly normative, partly empirical and partly pragmatic, producing a great diversity of definitions depending on the project and the discipline. This book, written from the perspective of philosophy of science, formulates principles for the responsible production and interpretation of this diverse knowledge. Traditionally, philosophers' goal has been a single concept of well-being and a single theory about what it consists in. But for science this goal is both unlikely and unnecessary. Instead the promise and authority of the science depends on it focusing on the well-being of specific kinds of people in specific contexts. Skeptical arguments notwithstanding, this contextual well-being can be measured in a valid and credible way - but only if scientists broaden their methods to make room for normative considerations and address publicly and inclusively the value-based conflicts that inevitably arise when a measure of well-being is adopted. The science of well-being can be normative, empirical and objective all at once, provided that we line up values to science and science to values.

Science of Being by Eugene Fersen is a transformative book that delves into the realms of personal development and spiritual growth. Fersen presents a comprehensive system of teachings and practices aimed at unlocking one's true potential and achieving a fulfilling life. Key Aspects of Science of Being: Universal Laws and Principles: Fersen explores the fundamental laws and principles that govern the universe, including the law of attraction, the power of thought, and the interconnectedness of all things. By understanding and aligning with these universal laws, readers can harness their inherent creative power and shape their reality. Self-Realization and Self-Mastery: The book emphasizes the importance of self-realization and self-mastery as key steps in personal development. Fersen provides practical guidance and exercises to help individuals awaken their inner potential, develop self-awareness, and overcome limitations. Through self-discipline and conscious living, readers can attain a higher level of consciousness and fulfillment. Harmonizing Body, Mind, and Spirit: Fersen emphasizes the integration of the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of our being. He offers insights on achieving balance, cultivating inner harmony, and nurturing the body, mind, and spirit connection. The book provides techniques for relaxation, visualization, meditation, and positive affirmations to support personal growth and well-being. Science of Being is a transformative guide that empowers readers to take charge of their lives, align with universal principles, and unlock their innate potential. By providing practical tools and spiritual wisdom, Fersen invites readers on a journey of self-discovery, self-realization, and personal transformation. This book serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking personal development, spiritual enlightenment, and a deeper understanding of their place in the universe. Eugene Fersen, a Russian-born author and metaphysician, dedicated his life to exploring the realms of spirituality and self-realization. Born in 1874, Fersen developed a philosophy known as Science of Being and authored the influential book The Fundamental Principles of Science of Being. His teachings blended Eastern and Western philosophies, advocating for personal transformation through the cultivation of inner harmony, love, and consciousness. Fersen's works continue to inspire individuals seeking spiritual growth, offering practical guidance on living a fulfilling and purposeful life.

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER A Best Book of 2021—Bloomberg Businessweek; A Best Science Book of 2021—The Guardian; A Best Science Book of 2021—Financial Times; A Best Philosophy Book of 2021—Five Books; A Best Book of 2021—The Economist Anil Seth's quest to understand the biological basis of conscious experience is one of the most exciting contributions to twenty-first-century science. What does it mean to “be you”—that is, to have a specific, conscious experience of the world around you and yourself within it? There may be no more elusive or fascinating question. Historically, humanity has considered the nature of consciousness to be a primarily spiritual or philosophical inquiry, but scientific research is now mapping out compelling biological theories and explanations for consciousness and selfhood. Now, internationally renowned neuroscience professor, researcher, and author Anil Seth is offers a window into our consciousness in BEING YOU: A New Science of Consciousness. Anil Seth is both a leading expert on the neuroscience of consciousness and one of most prominent spokespeople for this relatively new field of science. His radical argument is that we do not perceive the world as it objectively is, but rather that we are prediction machines, constantly inventing our world and correcting our mistakes by the microsecond, and that we can now observe the biological mechanisms in the brain that accomplish this process of consciousness. Seth has been interviewed for documentaries aired on the BBC, Netflix, and Amazon and podcasts by Sam Harris, Russell Brand, and Chris Anderson, and his 2017 TED Talk on the topic has been viewed over 11 million times, a testament to his uncanny ability to make unimaginably complex science accessible and entertaining.

A fascinating book detailing the latest cutting-edge science on what it means to be human.

This book brings together a group of scholars from around the world who view psychology as the science of human ways of being. Being refers to the process of existing - through construction of the human world – here, rather than to an ontological state. This collection includes work that has the goal to establish the newly developed area of cultural psychology as the science of specifically human ways of existence. It comes as a next step after the “behaviorist turn” that has dominated psychology over most of the 20th century, and like its successor in the form of “cognitivism”, kept psychology away from addressing issues of specifically human ways of relating with their worlds. Such linking takes place through intentional human actions: through the creation of complex tools for living, entertainment, and work. Human beings construct tools to make other tools. Human beings invent religious systems, notions of economic rationality and legal systems; they enter into aesthetic enjoyment of various aspects of life in art, music, and literature; they have the capability of inventing national identities that can be summoned to legitimate one’s killing of one’s neighbors or being killed oneself. The contributions to this volume focus on the central goal of demonstrating that psychology as a science needs to start from the phenomena of higher psychological functions and then look at how their lower counterparts are re-organized from above. That kind of investigation is inevitably interdisciplinary - it links psychology with anthropology, philosophy, sociology, history and developmental biology. Various contributions to this volume are based on the work of Lev Vygotsky, George Herbert Mead, Henri Bergson and on traditions of Ganzheitspsychologie and Gestalt psychology. Psychology as the Science of Human Being is a valuable resource to psychologists, sociologists, philosophers, biologists and anthropologists alike.​