John G. Sullivan, Powell Professor of Philosophy Emeritus, has published an article titled “Spring’s Stirrings: The Art of Being a Beginner,” in the spring 2009 issue of Itineraries, the electronic journal of the North Carolina non-profit organization, Second Journey.
The essay distinguishes vitality from youth and suggests ways to practice “the art of being a beginner” in each of the stages of our lives.
To read John’s essay directly, go to http://www.secondjourney.org/itin/09_Spr/SullivanJ_09Spr.htm
To read the entire Spring Issue of Itineraries, go to http://www.secondjourney.org/Itin.htm
To see all of John’s Second Journey essays, see his Philosopher’s Corner at http://www.secondjourney.org/JohnsCorner.htm