Rony
Guldmann
I did my undergraduate work at the University of Michigan
and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and received my
Ph.D. from Indiana, I now teach philosophy at Hofstra
and Iona universities.
In my dissertation, Two Orientations Toward Human Nature,
I argue that that human nature is heroic rather than egoistic.
Our desire to view ourselves heroically propels us towards
the uncritical acceptance of social conventions, ideals
whose widespread acceptance helps buttress our conviction
in our heroic stature. But this may cause us to do violence
to our individual uniqueness. Heroism and individuality
seem to be in a state of permanent tension. I conclude
that there are no easy solutions to this dilemma, certainly
none that will apply to all individuals at all times.
Nevertheless, a deeper appreciation of this structural
feature of human existence can assist individuals in making
better sense of their lives.
I believe philosophy exists to address questions that
have no final answers but which we nonetheless cannot
help but ask. As a philosophical counselor, I help clients
understand the ways in which they’ve already addressed
philosophical problems and then guide them towards doing
so with greater self-awareness. With this general goal
in view, I am open to discussing whatever is on your mind.
I charge $60/hour.
If you live in the New York area and are interested in
scheduling a session,
contact me at (917) 596-5723 or by e-mail, at ronyguldmann@hotmail.com.
