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Epictetus on Insults, Fortitude, and Doing Your Best (Episode 153)

Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

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Understanding Insults Through Stoic Empathy

This chapter explores the Stoic view on how to handle insults and negative behavior from others through the lens of Socratic intellectualism. It emphasizes the importance of understanding that individuals act based on their own flawed perspectives, highlighting that the true detriment lies with those who choose to behave poorly.

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