The Thought Circle: Does Life Have Meaning and Purpose?

About The Thought Circle

All are welcome to The Thought Circle, an open space to examine different views on social and moral topics commonly taken for granted. At The Thought Circle, we encourage deeper thinking and strive to promote greater understanding among our members and the wider community. Meet like-minded peers to discuss issues of interest in a relaxed and respectful setting. Who knows? You may even discover some new perspectives along the way.

About the Session: Does Life Have Meaning and Purpose?

Does life have meaning and purpose?

If the answer is yes, what gives life its meaning?

If the answer is no, how should we choose to live? And whichever answer we arrive at, does it ultimately matter?

These are questions that people across cultures and generations have wrestled with. They are not merely philosophical—they shape how we understand ourselves, our relationships, and the challenges we face. The search for meaning, or the absence of it, can profoundly affect our mental and emotional well-being.

Join us as we explore these enduring questions together, unpack different perspectives, and reflect on what they might mean for our own lives.

About the Facilitator: Mr Silas Yeo

With about 45 years of working experience behind him, spanning fields as diverse as shipping, purchasing, trade consultancy, media/advertising, school administration and security, Silas finally retired on the heel of the advent of COVID in 2020. Since then, he has embarked down the path of community learning and development, engaging in the founding of programme series like The Thought Circle and Seniors Makan with Seniors. The former endeavour was a culmination of his lifelong pursuit in philosophy and metaphysics, which treats asking the right questions as being more important and meaningful than getting the right answers.

This programme is suitable for seniors.

Registration and Attendance

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