Stoicism and the Art of Resilience

This chapter explores the practice of negative visualization in stoicism, emphasizing its role in fostering resilience through the contemplation of worst-case scenarios. It discusses the adaptability of stoic principles across various belief systems and real-life applications, including cognitive behavioral therapy and personal anecdotes from Admiral Stockdale. The chapter concludes with a humorous listener mail segment about a bomb-sniffing dog, juxtaposing the gravity of stoicism with light-hearted storytelling.