Ignite your curiosity and unlock the secrets to lasting joy. 

Classes begin week of April 13th, 2026.

Philosophy Works, our popular 10-week introductory course, provides tools and techniques to help you reduce stress and experience joy and freedom while feeling more present and connected to those around you. You will learn through lively inquiry-based conversations, and upon completion, we invite you to experience the benefits of practicing mantra-based meditation.

So why choose Philosophy Works?

Find balance and harmony at work

Fully and joyfully participate in the world

Enrich and expand your relationships

Find practical solutions to your most troubling thoughts

What Students are Saying

Students at The School of Practical Philosophy & Meditation talk about what makes the work done at the School practical rather than theoretical.

Human being meditating surrounded by a glowing aura

“What I liked most about the class is that in a high pressured, crazy place like New York City, a person like me, a hedge fund consultant, could find happiness.  It didn’t take much; it was always there within me.  It’s not going anywhere.”

— Student

Monday Evenings

7:00pm – 8:45pm

In-person at

12 East 79th Street, New York, NY 10075

Monday Evenings

7:00pm – 8:45pm

In-person at

Laughing Man Cafe, 184 Duane St, New York, NY 10013

Monday Evenings

7:00pm – 8:45pm

Online

Via Zoom

Monday Evenings

7:00pm – 8:45pm

In-person at

846 Borden Road, Wallkill, NY 12589

Tuesday Evenings

7:00pm – 8:45pm

Online

Via Zoom

Wednesday Evenings

7:00pm – 8:45pm

In-person at

12 East 79th Street, New York, NY 10075

Wednesday Evening

7:00pm – 8:45pm

Online 

Via Zoom

Wednesday Evenings

7:00pm – 8:45pm

In-person at

Laughing Man Cafe, 184 Duane St, New York, NY 10013

Saturday Mornings

10:00am-11:45am

Online 

Via Zoom

Details

  • Introductory Classes begin the week of April 13th, 2026.
  • Class lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes, once a week, for 10 weeks.
  • Course registration fee is $10.
  • Classes are online on Zoom. In-person classes available at 12 East 79th Street, and 184 Duane Street in Manhattan, New York City.
  • Click here to view our registration policies.
Weekly Topics Include
  • The wisdom within yourself
  • Levels of awareness
  • The power of full attention
  • The proper use of reason
  • Appreciating beauty
  • Introduction to meditation

NYC Location

The School of Practical Philosophy

12 East 79th Street, New York, NY 10075

Laughing Man Cafe, Tribeca

184 Duane St, New York, NY 10013