Exploring the Stoic Perspective on Mind-Body Connection

How should modern Stoics understand the relationship between the mind and the body?

In this conversation, Caleb Ontiveros and Marcus Hedahl discuss Stoicism and the mind-body connection. They walk through issues of theory and practice that the tight bond between our minds and bodies brings up.

This episode has both significant practical upshots and takes a few detours into theory on the way. Let us know what you think.

(04:18) The Body Influences the Mind

(11:23) Your Body Is Not Up to You

(13:33) Independence

(36:21) There's No Separation

(46:04) Getting Theoretical About Lekta

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