Jonny Thomson

Jonny Thomson

Jonny Thomson taught philosophy in Oxford for more than a decade before turning to writing full-time. He’s a columnist at Big Think and is the award-winning, bestselling author of three books that have been translated into 22 languages.

Jonny is also the founder of Mini Philosophy, a social network of around two million curious, intelligent minds. He's known all over the world for making philosophy accessible, relatable, and fun. 

The most momentous and significant events in our lives are the ones we do not see coming. Life is defined by the unforeseen.
Relationship advice
A recent study illuminated surprising differences in how men and women seek help when struggling with relationships.
emotions
The ability to differentiate your emotions might make you less likely to suffer from depression, alcoholism, and anger issues.
dune
Frank Herbert's "Dune" refers to a religious desert people who are desperate for a savior to overthrow an evil empire. Sound familiar?
durkheim
All religions have totems, rites, and taboos that are considered "sacred." Émile Durkheim believed society is largely underpinned by them.
reciprocal bond
We are more likely to agree with someone who also agrees with us. Young children, though, only trust themselves. We have to learn to trust.
Privacy virtue
Dave Eggers book, "The Circle," uses satire to illuminate how privacy is fast becoming a lost virtue in the digital age.