New Acropolis Chicago

08/30/2026

Today 4001 N Ravenswood, unit 204b!
Join Shira Segev-Sommer as she speaks about fails and failure and the difference between them, and on how to develop a new and better approach to our failures in life.

For more info and to RSVP:
https://goodluckonyournextfailure.eventbrite.com

08/28/2026

Good Luck on Your Next Failure - Turning Setbacks to Stepping Stones
This Sunday at 3pm!
We have all failed at some point in life, but how did we bounce back?
What did we learn from it?
What is the real story behind failures and why are we so afraid / ashamed / embarrassed by them? How can we actually use them as our best teachers?

Sunday, August 30, 3PM.
New Acropolis Chicago.
We hope you can join us.

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Join us for an interactive conversation on how to turn life’s “fails” and setbacks into steppingstones for growth, resilience, and creativity. Together, we’ll explore how accepting our mistakes, learning from them, and choosing to own them can transform challenges into opportunities for mean...

08/27/2026

Members and friends of New Acropolis Chicago came together for a weekend dedicated to generosity and craftsmanship. Through hands-on work, volunteers helped install new flooring while putting philosophical values into practice.

Working side by side, members learned new skills, supported one another, and experienced the value of teamwork. The project offered a practical opportunity to cultivate generosity by contributing time, effort, and care to something shared by the entire community.

08/26/2026

“When working with human material, making mistakes is a daily occurrence. But it could also be a nightly occurrence to reflect, draw experience and not repeat mistakes.”
Jorge Angel Livraga

Ever wondered how to turn life’s "fails" into meaningful progress? How to make life’s “mock-ups” into successes? And how can we reframe our fails into valuable lessons?

In both personal and professional journeys, setbacks are inevitable - but growth is a choice. How we navigate, learn from, and adapt after failure often determines our ultimate success.

Join us for an interactive conversation on acknowledging and reframing failure. Together, we’ll talk about how setbacks shape character, spark innovation, and pave the way for genuine inner growth, but only after we accepted them and chose to own them.

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We’ve all been there - a project fails, an idea misses the mark, or plans take a negative turn. Fails are inevitable but can also teach us.

08/19/2026

The wait is over! Our August newsletter is here with lots of goodies in it!
Check out our philosophical articles, news, updates and upcoming events and stay connected.

A Call for Humanity / Issue No. 148, August 2026
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Dear Friends, A few days ago, I had the unfortunate chance of watching a bike accident happen right in front of me. A bicyclist was cruising speedily on the bike path when a woman opened her car door without looking and the bicyclist crashed into the door, flipped and landed hard on the road. A crow...

07/29/2026

On Sunday, we joined the wave of renewed interest in The Odyssey sparked by Christopher Nolan's new film, exploring the epic from a philosophical perspective, as the inner journey toward oneself.

Together, we reflected on the timeless lessons found in three of Odysseus's adventures, sharing thoughts about our own Ithacas - the dreams and ideals that call us back "home" - and the Sirens that tempt us away from what truly matters.

More than 2,700 years after it was written, *The Odyssey* continues to speak to the challenges of being human. It was a pleasure to reflect together, ask meaningful questions, and enjoy such thoughtful company.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. Until the next philosophical adventure!

07/26/2026

Today, 3pm @ 4001 N. Ravenswood, unit 204b!
Join us to explore timeless lessons from a timeless myth...

For more info and to RSVP:
https://Returntoyourselfodyssey.eventbrite.com

07/24/2026

A Stoic Retreat This Sunday!
Only a few tickets left!

Join us for a talk as we delve into the fascinating world of myth, mystery and heroism. The Odyssey has been captivating human imagination for centuries. Let us discover together the symbolism and timeless ideas that lead us on this great journey of life. Sunday, July 26th, 3pm - 4:30pm 4001 N. Rave...

07/24/2026

Join us this Sunday as we explore timeless lessons from the Odyssey!

For more info and to RSVP:
https://Returntoyourselfodyssey.eventbrite.com

07/22/2026

Inspired by the New Acropolis International Volunteer Olympics and the World Cup, members participated in a vibrant sports weekend dedicated to the Greek goddess of victory, Nike.
The event featured a range of activities, including a group bike ride along the city's picturesque lakefront, a bowling tournament in a historic alley, and competitions in chess and table tennis.
Throughout the weekend, participants were encouraged to reflect on and discuss philosophical concepts surrounding competition, winning and self-improvement. They explored the benefits of engaging in sports as a means to connect the body, heart, and mind, ultimately fostering personal growth and self-awareness as a means to master oneself and develop fraternity.