BEING WELL

Existential Philosophy for Authentic Living

“Everything has been figured out, except how to live.”

Jean-Paul Sartre

THE INSIDE OUT

We’re each living a deeply personal story, a narrative woven from our experiences, questions, and inner reflections.

Existential philosophy offers a way to untangle these threads, helping us understand ourselves and the world we inhabit. It’s not about handing you answers but about empowering you to navigate your unique journey with greater clarity and intention.

Inspired by the book of the same name, BEING WELL isn’t a collection of quick fixes or generic advice. It’s an invitation to move beyond shallow conceptions of well-being and explore the deeper questions that shape how we live.

THINK

LIKE YOU’VE NEVER THOUGHT BEFORE

Through this journey, you’ll uncover profound insights about yourself and those around you, challenging conventional ways of thinking.

It’s not about chasing peak performance but about stepping into a more authentic, meaningful way of living and leading.

You’ll deepen your self-awareness, expand your perspective, and reconnect with a sense of purpose that energises and sustains you.

WHO IT’S FOR

In a world filled with uncertainty and existential questions, BEING WELL is for those who want to move beyond surface-level solutions and explore the deeper currents that shape their decisions and actions.

This programme offers space for reflection and dialogue, appealing to those who value self-discovery and the pursuit of wisdom.

If you’re ready to challenge simplistic ideas of well-being and explore what it truly means to live and lead well, BEING WELL is your next step.

6 GROUP SESSIONS

Six 90-minute live online sessions exploring existential philosophy and its application to life.

1-2-1 SENSE-MAKING

Optional 1-2-1 coaching and reflection to help you personalise and practically apply the concepts to your unique perspective.

6 KEY THINKERS

6 CORE THEMES

Jean-Paul Sartre
Albert Camus
Friedrich Nietzsche
Soren Kierkegaard
Martin Heidegger
Simone de Beauvoir

1. AUTHENTICITY

Jean-Paul Sartre

JEAN-PAUL SARTRE: Who you are and who you might become

  • Explore what it truly means to be free in a world shaped by choices, constraints, and societal expectations.

  • Examine Sartre’s concept of Bad Faith and how self-deception might play a role in your life and leadership.

  • Reflect on contemporary notions of success and achievement, redefining them in alignment with your values and a more authentic sense of self.

2. ABSURDITY

Albert Camus

ALBERT CAMUS: Keeping it real and being a rebel

  • Confront the absurdity of life and explore what it means to live fully within a world that defies easy explanations.

  • Discover how to embrace uncertainty and unpredictability, not as obstacles, but as integral parts of the human experience.

  • Cultivate a sense of humility and perspective, learning to navigate challenges with grace—and a touch of rebellious spirit.

3. AFFIRMATION

Friedrich Nietzsche

FRIEDRICH NIETZSCHE: Becoming who you are

  • Define your own path to excellence and personal growth, untethered from societal expectations or external pressures.

  • Examine the influence of herd mentality, slave morality, and tradition, and consider how they shape your actions and decisions in your context.

  • Infuse your pursuits with purpose and meaning, approaching your work and life with gratitude and a sense of creative self-expression.

4. AMBIGUITY

Simone de Beauvoir

SIMONE DE BEAUVOIR: Willing the freedom of others

  • Reflect on the nature of true freedom and how embracing ambiguity can deepen your understanding of life and work.

  • Confront the self-imposed limitations that may be holding you back and consider how they shape your choices and potential.

  • Examine the roles we adopt to avoid confronting the radical freedom and responsibility inherent in our lives.

5. ANTICIPATION

Martin Heidegger

MARTIN HEIDEGGER: Being Dasein

  • Explore the unique historical and cultural contexts that shape your way of being in the world.

  • Reconsider conventional approaches to goal-setting, embracing Heidegger’s idea of anticipatory resoluteness to act with greater clarity, authenticity, and purpose.

  • Reflect on the concept of “being-toward-death” as a way to enrich your experience of time and connect more deeply with what truly matters.

6. ANXIETY

Soren Kierkegaard

SOREN KIERKEGAARD: Embracing the dizziness of freedom

  • Contemplate how life can only be understood in hindsight yet must be lived forward with courage and commitment.

  • Embrace the infinite possibilities before you, taking full responsibility for the choices that shape your future.

  • Take an authentic leap of faith, stepping into the unknown to embark on the journey of becoming your truest self.

Course Structure

BEING WELL is an interactive, engaging course offered in small cohorts or with optional 1-2-1 support for deeper exploration.

I create a lighthearted, welcoming space that fosters learning through challenge and real-time feedback. No assessments, no required readings—just immersive live sessions.

Each week, you’ll receive curated resources—books, articles, films, podcasts, and documentaries—to spark critical thinking and meaningful discussions.

ℹ️ Important Information

Duration: This is a 6-week course, including 6 live workshops and 2 hours of optional 1-2-1 sense-making.

Dates: Session dates and times will be communicated well in advance for your planning. Please specify your preferences when joining the waiting list.

Learning Mode: The program is entirely online, conducted live via Zoom, and accessible from anywhere in the world.

Language: All sessions are in English and are recorded for your convenience, accessible on a private server.

Requirements: All curious learners are welcome, regardless of academic background. Please note this course is independent and does not offer academic credits.

Certification: I value curiosity and engagement over assessments. While there are no assignments or grades, a certificate of completion is available upon request as recognition of your participation.

Investment: The cohort course is ÂŁ595. The cohort course with 1-2-1 sense-making is ÂŁ795.

BEING WELL Testimonials

  • “Through this course's use of questions rather than pre-determined answers, I've gained a deeper understanding of who I am personally and as a leader. It’s a great launchpad to tackle the fast-changing world.”

    Tim Johns, Director of Product and Tech

  • "Drawing on philosophy, psychology, and personal experience, this programme offers a valuable perspective on how we can all live more fully and meaningfully."

    Kevin Sinfield OBE, Seven-time Rugby Super League Champion

  • "This programme has helped me understand myself and the often-absurd realities of competition better. The advice in it has been invaluable, and my life is far better for it."

    Joelle King, Five-time Commonwealth Gold Medalist

  • "An intense, but incredibly powerful, series of ideas on turning thought into action. In a scary and confusing world, philosophy can become a weapon. It won't make you happy... But it will help you cut through the banal and the meaningless, so you can live a more fulfilling existence."

    Shaun McHugh, Head of Marketing Operations

  • "I found this programme to be deeply insightful and personally resonant. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking to enhance their mental outlook."

    Paul Eales, Multiple winner on all three European Golf Tours

REGISTER

YOUR INTEREST

To join the waiting list for future BEING WELL cohorts, or if you have any questions, please get in touch. Places are limited and assigned on a "first-come, first-served" basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. Although it may help you more quickly understand and process some of the key points in live sessions, our courses are accessible to anyone regardless of qualifications and academic background. There are no prerequisites to join the programme, and you do not need to have experience in a university setting. The course may, however, serve as useful preparation for higher levels of study.

  • No. Our courses are open to participants worldwide. All you need is a suitable device to access the live sessions and a good/reliable internet connection. A device with a good-sized screen (such as a laptop) is highly recommended as opposed to a mobile phone. You will also need a good grasp of spoken and written English to gain maximum benefit from the course.

  • It would be great if you could attend every live session, and that is the expectation, but don’t worry if you need to miss a session if life unexpectedly gets in the way. Each session is recorded for you to access in your own time afterwards.

  • In an ideal world, everyone would get involved and play an equal role. However, there will always be different strengths and personalities in a cohort. There is no expectation or demand for any individual to do anything they are not comfortable with. If you’re someone who feels more at ease taking a back seat in sessions, that’s totally fine—just let John know prior to the first session.

  • If you’ve missed out on a particular cohort, make sure you are on the waiting list so you will be the first to hear about future cohorts and updates.

  • Yes—just get in touch to discuss your specific context, needs, and requirements.

  • Yes. Please contact John to discuss how this might look.

  • Yes. If you fully participate in the live sessions and actively engage in the private Slack/Discord group for your cohort and still don’t find it valuable, you can get a full refund within 7 days of the end of the course.

    If life gets in the way and you need to withdraw from the course before you complete it, you can defer to a future cohort at no cost.

  • Absolutely. Just reach out to chat with John about any questions you have.