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M. D. Usher on Cynicism (Episode 118)
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied
The Philosophy of the Cynic Life
The chapter explores the philosophy of cynicism, discussing the training program that emphasizes self-control and voluntary discomfort. It delves into the idea of achieving autonomy and freedom through extreme levels of discomfort and rejection of societal conventions. The relationship between cynicism and the philosophical legacy of Socrates is also examined, drawing parallels between the two approaches to ethics and everyday life.
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