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On the Firmness of the Wise

On the Firmness of the Wise Man
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In 'On the Firmness of the Wise,' Seneca argues that the ideal Stoic sage remains unshaken by injury or insult, using examples like Cato the Younger to illustrate this principle.

The work emphasizes the distinction between insults and injuries, showing how the wise person is immune to both.

It offers practical advice for achieving inner strength and resilience.

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Ryan Holiday
to highlight the Stoic idea that a wise person is impervious to loss because their virtue is secure.
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in relation to Stoic views on loss and the wise person's ability to maintain inner peace.
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