Philosophy of life
Here I talk about philosophy and how we will use it to make our life better. It is the mainstream view of human life and the society we are in, and maybe It is just the journey of my life into philosophy. You can contact via email at gholamrezava@gmail.com, or on X @rezava, telegram @rezava.
Episodes
61 episodes
The Alchemy of Happiness
Ghazālī was a restless soul in search of truth. He turned first to philosophy, only to find it sharpened the mind but left the heart empty. Then he turned to Sufism — and in that emptiness, he discovered his heart’s awakening. Philosophy became fo...
The Future We Fear
In this episode, I reflect on the uncertainty of the future and the fear it brings, while introducing my upcoming discussion on Al-Ghazali’s Kimiya-yi Sa‘ādat (The Alchemy of Happiness). From the meaning of Sa‘ādat to the struggle for hope and the...
The Notes from Undergound (Stories)
In this episode of Philosophy of Life, Reza Sanjideh explores the life of Fyodor Dostoevsky and his powerful work Notes from Underground—a story of contradictions, freedom, and suffering. Through Dostoevsky’s words, Reza reflects on his own journe...
Gunah or Sin
Philosophy of Words: Gunah or Sin, and the Philosophy of LanguageIn this episode of Philosophy of Life, we explore the power of words; how they shape meaning, culture, and our everyday lives. Starting with the difference between Gunah in Persian a...
The Message
In this episode of Philosophy of Life, I explore the power of stories — from the ancient wisdom of Kalileh and Demneh, to my own memories, to Kafka’s Metamorphosis. Stories connect us to history, reveal our struggles, and carry lessons no book ...
Anniversary Day
In this anniversary episode, Reza reflects on three years of creating the Philosophy of Life podcast. He shares the struggles of finding his voice, the inspiration behind the show, and how philosophy lives in everyday choices and ordinary people. ...
Aborted Part2
A personal journey through anger, loss, and exile—reflecting on Iran’s revolution, its missed opportunities, and the lessons of history, carried forward in memory of Ghassem and a generation whose voices still guide us today.
Aborted
A personal story of friendship, loyalty, and political awakening in revolutionary Iran told through memories of a friend whose life was caught in the crossfire of history.
Podcast 29 Expectations & Emotion.
What happens when life doesn’t go the way we hoped? In this episode, we explore how unmet expectations impact our emotions, our bodies, and our sense of self. Through real stories, personal reflection, and quiet truths, Reza unpacks why expectatio...
Circumstantial
What does it mean when something is circumstantial—and why does that matter?In this episode, we explore the word circumstantial through the lenses of language, law, philosophy, and everyday life. From Latin roots to legal reasoning, from Kant’s et...
Determinism and Free Will
In this episode, we explore the age-old debate between free will and determinism—are our choices truly ours, or shaped by fate? Through stories and philosophy, we uncover the balance between control and surrender: "Amr Bayn al-Amrayn"—the path ...
Indoctrinated
Episode 26 – IndoctrinatedWhat if the beliefs you hold weren’t yours to begin with?In this episode, we explore how stories, culture, and repetition shape our minds — and how reclaiming those stories can lead us back to freedom, self-discovery, and...
The Trauma Carried.
In this deeply personal and philosophical episode, we explore the unseen weight of generational trauma — how pain, silence, and unresolved grief are passed down across families, cultures, and nations. From the tragedies of 20th-century Europe to t...
Calculated Risk
Episode 24: Calculated RiskIn this episode of Philosophy of Life, Reza Sanjideh explores what it means to take a calculated risk — in war, in business, and in life. From Abraham Lincoln’s bold gamble during the Civil War to the rise of China as a ...
Ancient Manufactured Consent
If you haven’t read Kalila and Demna, you’re missing out on one of the most powerful books ever written. I highly recommend it — truly, everyone should read it at least once.
Fighting the Fog
Episode 19 — Fighting the Fog: My Life with ADHDIn this deeply personal episode, Reza Sanjideh shares his lifelong journey with undiagnosed ADHD — from silent struggles to late discovery, and the tools he's found to live with it, not against it. ...
The Paradox of Power
Today’s episode — one I’ve personally wrestled with — is called The Paradox of Power.
Anatomy of Nothingness
Philosophy of Life – Episode 17: The Anatomy of NothingnessWhat if the emptiness we fear… is where truth begins?In this episode, I dive into the meaning of nothingness — not as despair, but as sacred space.From Sartre’s existentialism to Persian s...
Scout Mindset No. 2
This is episode sixteen, and in it, I want to return to where it all began—my very first episode on The Scout Mindset. At the time, I was just starting out and still learning the ropes of podcasting. To be honest, I think I didn’t quite do that bo...
Philosophy Of God Part 2
Self-defined philosopher.I am a self-defined philosopher, drawn to the endless pursuit of understanding, reflection, and growth. My journey began with a desire to bridge my cultural roots and my experiences living in the United States for over 30 ...