Published: Feb 25, 2026written by Igor Zanetti, BA Philosophy, BA Pedagogy   Human beings are permanently changeable and ever-evolving creatures, or at least we should try to be as such. We achieve the best results whenever we look at ourselves through critical lenses, identifying what and how we could do better. Therefore, the only way for us to reach our full potential is through self-improvement, and, in that matter, there is a lot to be learned from Plato. In the most prominent works of Platonism, we can find clear guidelines on how to pursue happiness and success.   The Essential Concepts of Plato’s Philosophy Scuola di Atene, by Raffaello Sanzio, 1509-1510. Source: Musei Vaticani, Rome   At the very core of Plato’s philosophy, we have a few essential pillars that are established in the two works that are going to be explored in this article: Phaedo and The Republic. These pillars are the immortality of the soul, the Theory of Forms, the concept of Good, and the importance of philosophy. Through an understanding of these …