Understanding the Dichotomy of Control in Stoicism

In this episode of Stoic Conversations, Michael Tremblay offers a deep dive into one of Stoicism's most popular concepts: the Dichotomy of Control. Drawing from his 2021 article for the Modern Stoicism blog, Tremblay explores common misunderstandings about this principle and provides a more nuanced interpretation aligned with authentic Stoic philosophy.

Key points covered:

1. Misinterpretations arising from the English word "control"
2. Two common misunderstandings:Control as absolute ability to decide
   Control as strong influence
   
3. A more accurate interpretation: what depends on us vs. what doesn't
4. Practical applications of this refined understanding

https://modernstoicism.com/what-many-people-misunderstand-about-the-stoic-dichotomy-of-control-by-michael-tremblay/

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