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278: Marcus Aurelius's "Meditations"

Classical Stuff You Should Know

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Exploring Stoicism: Good, Evil, and Relationships

This chapter delves into Marcus Aurelius's Stoic philosophy, focusing on the nature of good and evil as influenced by human perception and the divine. It emphasizes the complexities of Stoicism when applied to personal relationships, balancing emotional engagement with the principles of detachment. The discussion critiques the potential pitfalls of extreme Stoic interpretations, particularly how they may impact genuine connections and the experience of emotions in human interactions.

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