Ever since I was
introduced to the theory of peripateticism last week, I’ve become increasingly
aware of how constructive of a method it is and how applicable it is to my
everyday life. Through readings like “Gymnasiums of the Mind,” “The Philosophy
of Walking, and in-class discussions, I’ve begun to understand how directly our
physical activity reflects on our mental activity. It’s fascinating that
stimulating our kinesthetic senses allows us to engage deeply with our cerebral
ingenuity.
I tried walking as
a method to open up my mind and I was surprised to find my feet at the end of
the trail before my mind was even finished wandering. The movements of the mind
and body correlate tremendously. As you place one foot in front of the other,
you move forward with your body, allowing your ideas to advance onward as well.
I notice this pattern in even the smallest of movements. I’ll often come from
deep focus to find myself tapping my heel briskly on the floor or clicking my
fingernails together impatiently. It’s like I’m on the brink of understanding
something and need a little extra electrical encouragement sent to my brain through
neurons in order to reach full comprehension.
I’m glad I have
begun to learn about and value peripatetic philosophy, for it is a very
liberating and invigorating activity. Leaving behind daily constraints to
explore our minds and the world we live in inspires innovative ideas and
cleanses the conscience of insignificant troubles. Putting yourself in a
different setting physically shows you things from a different perspective, and
sometimes that’s all you need to have a revelation.
(H2)
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