# Event Details - **Event Name**: NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 28 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Mon, 28 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Brains and Barstools brings captivating professors to Toronto bars for vivid lectures that spark curiosity and connection over drinks.About this EventOn September 28th, we present : "Finding Meaning in Modern Life" by Prof. Gerald Cupchik.Who are you — and how did you become that person?In a world of endless notifications, constant productivity, and increasing digital distraction, many of us feel strangely disconnected—from our work, from one another, and even from ourselves. But this isn't a uniquely modern problem. For centuries, philosophers and psychologists have grappled with one of humanity's oldest questions: how do we develop a coherent sense of self?In this thoughtful and deeply human lecture, Prof. Gerald Cupchik explores how identity is shaped through the lifelong relationship between mind and body, our personal experiences, and the generations of family and culture that came before us. Drawing on psychology, philosophy, and decades of research into emotion, imagination, and human experience, he'll examine why modern life can leave us feeling fragmented—and how we might begin to reconnect.Along the way, we'll explore themes of alienation, belonging, hope, and forgiveness, discovering why meaning isn't something we simply find, but something we continually create through our relationships, our stories, and our place in the broader flow of time.Expect an engaging and reflective evening that offers new ways of thinking about identity, purpose, and what it means to live a meaningful life.💡 About the incredible Prof. Gerald CupchikProf. Gerald Cupchik has been a Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto since 1974 and is an internationally recognized scholar of aesthetics, emotion, imagination, and human experience.He has served as president of three international psychology organizations and has received both the Rudolf Arnheim Award and the Gustav Fechner Award for distinguished contributions to research. He is the author of several books, including The Aesthetics of Emotion, Landscapes of the Imagination, and Between Clouds and Machines, which explores how technology has transformed our relationship with ourselves and the world around us.📅 Date: September 28th, 2026🕡 Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM📍 Location: Civil Works🎤 Speaker: Prof. Gerald Cupchik🎟 Seats are limited! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toronto/new-finding-meaning-in-modern-life/100001996327855355 - **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 19+ - door_time: 2026-09-28T22:00:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Civil Works - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 38.82, max: 38.82, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Toronto - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Civil Works - **lat**: 43.6467895 - **long**: -79.3987214 - **full address**: Civil Works, 50 Brant Street, Toronto, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/8da2055831b725103d471bded110ca546b22b958d0c823879ab12524ec3f6916-rimg-w940-h521-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1786306572 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life being held? - **A:** NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life takes place on Mon, 28 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Mon, 28 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Civil Works, 50 Brant Street, Toronto, Canada. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life? - **A:** NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life is strictly for guests aged 19 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 19 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life? - **A:** NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life is organized by Brains and Barstools. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** NEW: Finding Meaning in Modern Life is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Toronto, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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