SGM Ideas is committed to the practical application of philosophy to daily life. Meeting people where they are by offering a service orienting people to the consultative use of good philosophical ideas is important for culture. In fact, it is our belief that good philosophical ideas can impact people in a positive way. We also believe, in accordance to our vision, that many of life's difficult circumstances and questions can be resolved and answered by philosophy.
In the early middle ages, a late Roman philosopher named Boethius penned "De Consolatione Philosophiae" (The Consolation of Philosophy). In the work he discussed how philosophy gave him renewed hope in a difficult life circumstance. He was in prison facing a life-sentence. His conclusions about the status of life's hardships, goodness, and justice were invaluable revelations that drive the spirit of this project and conversation. That is, philosophy has a use for all people in a matter that enlightens and consoles. Philosophy, for Boethius, became a foundational and confirming conduit of religious belief in God, justice, goodness, and hope.
The same concept still applies today as it was in the 6th century AD. Where consultation and advice are given in abundance without sound philosophical concepts, we belief this is the most sound advice anyone can get. It can uncover further truths. The project will look to enrich people to live well and with more clarity. We are committed to making people see clearly and meeting them with affirming and positive philosophical concepts that are down-to-earth and accessible. We strongly believe that all concerns boil down to very fundamental philosophical principles.
A knowledge of philosophy can solve a large portion of our problems or, in the very least, point us in a reasonable direction with resolve and an abundance of answers.