María Estela Garcíatorres Cruz Libri

The book explores a complex philosophy that integrates reason, intuition, and imagination, drawing on the works of thinkers like E. Morin and Deleuze. It advocates for a vital approach to philosophizing, emphasizing the importance of bodily expression and spirituality in knowledge. This perspective fosters a flexible, radial understanding of humanity that can enhance quality of life. By embracing both the spiritual and corporeal, the text promotes an ethics of care inspired by Noddings, encouraging sensitive and intuitive connections among individuals.

Focusing on the quality of life in education, the book explores the philosophical perspectives of Nel Noddings and Martha Nussbaum regarding happiness, love, and the good life in high school settings. It emphasizes the importance of teaching love as a vital force for personal flourishing and creativity, linking it to Eros and virtue. The text argues that cultivating happiness should be the ultimate goal of education, as only fulfilled individuals can contribute to the happiness of others, highlighting the essential role of passions in achieving a meaningful life.