10 week courses in Hove, Sussex

Practical Philosophy

Mindfulness, Stillness & Meditation

Courses in practical Wisdom, Happiness and Love for everyday living.

Practical life skills with enough toughness to last a lifetime.

Next course: Philosophy and Love
Starts Tuesday 29 September 2026

Free Introductory Evening:
Tuesday 22 September 2026

Philosophy aims to set you free. Free from pressures and worries, free from limiting ways of thinking, free to grow and be yourself. Take your first steps to freedom with our 10 week course.

A Sat Nav for Life: Practical Philosophy & Mindful Living helps you to find direction in life.

Local Course

Face-to-face course available in Hove, Sussex

Peace of Mind

A safe space with a group of people supported by experienced tutors who are also journeying in Philosophy.

Practical Wisdom

Courses in practical wisdom for everyday living in the company of like minded people.

Offer only £70

10 week course only £70. Full-time students £30. Limited spaces.

These popular courses are practical rather than academic and draw on sources of wisdom from East and West, past and present.

Explore Life To The Full…

The aim of this online course is to offer a practical means to discover fully who we are, understand how to relate to the world we live in and see what gets in the way of being happy, peaceful and free.

Students are invited to see life as a place to test the words of the wise through practical and mindful exercises.

10 weekly sessions

The ten weekly sessions explore central human questions through discussion, practical observation, conversation and reflection in good company.

Self-enquiry through practical philosophy

🌿 Wisdom – Living life happily and True to Yourself

Explore what real happiness is — and how to experience more of it, regardless of circumstance. Topics include:

How different philosophical traditions (East and West) approach happiness and contentment
What do we mean by happiness? Is it lasting or fleeting?
The relationship between desire, contentment and peace of mind
How habits and conditioning affect our state of happiness
The link between awareness, attention and joy
Practical ways to handle worry, anger and dissatisfaction
Learning to live more in tune with your true self
What ancient philosophy teaches about living a balanced life
Freedom from comparing ourselves with others
Understanding what is within our control – and letting go of the rest
Cultivating a steady inner happiness not dependent on circumstances

"Lovely people with a strong sense of why learning is valuable at any stage in life."

"I started off with the Introduction to Practical Philosophy during the first lockdown and can honestly say it was a lifesaver."

"Have thoroughly enjoyed the introductory course and the daily awareness exercise practice. "

How it works

A tutor presents philosophical ideas, and leads a discussion based on what arises in the group. Being practical rather than academic, the emphasis is on personal knowledge and experience. Students are encouraged neither to accept nor reject the ideas put forward, but to test them in practice for themselves, in the light of their own experience.

Next Foundation Level Course - Philosophy and Love

Free Introductory Evening

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Location

All Practical Philosophy courses are presented within a group discussion format led by experienced tutors over 10 weeks.

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How to Enrol on the 10 week course

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Hove & Brighton

BHASVIC, 205 Dyke Road, Hove BN3 6EG.

Frequently asked questions

What does ‘Practical Philosophy’ mean?

The course is practical in the sense that it takes philosophical ideas and shows how they can be of direct use in our everyday lives. The intention is to stimulate enquiry and through this expand the way we look at the world and ourselves.

How do I register for the course?

Online by clicking the Enrol Today button on this page. You can also email us at:

philosophysussex@fses.org

If you register online, you will receive a confirmation email with your day of attendance. If you register by any means other than online, you will receive a receipt confirming your registration.

Do I need previous experience?

No, all you need is an open and enquiring mind. The course is intended for everyone, regardless of education, occupation, race, political or religious belief.

How do I attend a course?

First you need to enrol on a course. The in-person courses are available locally, and also at many other local venues up and down the UK. A local map can be found on this page.

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