Philosophy in Practice - Beyond Ego Boundaries: The Experience of Quality
Author(s):
Paolo Quattrini G
This study explores the role of practical philosophy in understanding and experiencing value, focusing on three fundamental elements: truth, goodness, and beauty. Through a phenomenological and existential perspective, the author examines how these concepts shape thought, ethics, and aesthetics, emphasizing their ineffable nature and historical evolution. The analysis considers how the perception of beauty has transformed over time, shifting from classical ideals to a modern search for meaning rather than form. Goodness is discussed in relation to ethics, not as a fixed system of rules but as a lived and contextualized experience. Truth, in turn, is distinguished from rationality and interpreted as a creative process in which logic serves as a tool to explore possibilities and construct meaning. Furthermore, the study draws parallels between philosophy and existential psychotherapy, demonstrating how both disciplines co-construct narratives that enhance the quality of life. Using examples from art, literature, and therapeutic practice, it highlights the significance of experience in defining the core concepts of human existence.
