On Knowing: CONDITIONS

On Knowing: CONDITIONS

A Philosophical & Artistic Workshop on Rootedness & the Needs of the Soul

Many of us move through life without questioning whether the environments we live in truly support our ability to feel grounded, connected, and whole. We absorb ideas about what we should think, feel, or value—yet in doing so, we risk losing touch with what deeply matters to us. Simone Weil argues that for us to form an authentic connection with the world, the soul’s essential needs must first be met. Without them, we become vulnerable to external ideologies that dictate our beliefs, distancing us from our own inner truths. This workshop invites you to explore Weil’s concept of the “needs of the soul” and reflect on the conditions necessary to fully trust, value, and understand yourself.

CONDITIONS is a reflective and creative workshop designed to help you recognise the conditions that nurture or hinder your connection to your true self. Through guided philosophical discussion and a hands-on artistic exercise, you will explore the ways in which your environment - personally, culturally, and politically - impacts your ability to connect with your deeper feelings. Through introspective questions and creative expression, you will reflect on the conditions necessary to honor your own sense of rootedness and how you can cultivate those conditions in your life.

Workshops run for 2 hours, with an equal split of time between the philosophical portion and the artistic exploration. To preserve a thoughtful and impactful environment for our workshops, group sizes are kept small and spaces are limited.

No prior experience with philosophy or art is needed. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a unique piece of artwork inspired by your reflections. This is a welcoming, pressure-free space for exploration.

Learning to honor our true selves goes beyond understanding our beliefs - it’s about rediscovering what we truly need to feel rooted in our own lives.

This workshop can be taken as a standalone experience or as part of a six-week series, where each session builds on the last to deepen self-trust, clarity, and creative exploration. CONDITIONS is session two of six in the full course (On Knowing).

You can also choose to book all six sessions by enrolling in the On Knowing: Complete Course.