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Austin Kleon On Maintaining Healthy Habits, Growing As Parents, And Interrogating The Stoic Virtues

The Daily Stoic

CHAPTER

Balancing Virtues: Insights from Stoicism

This chapter explores the four cardinal virtues of Stoicism, focusing on how their opposites offer a deeper understanding of personal behaviors and choices. The discussion emphasizes the importance of balance, drawing on Aristotle's golden mean and illustrating how excess in virtues can lead to vices. Additionally, the conversation touches on the complexities of creativity and parenting, highlighting the significance of role models and the societal standards placed on mothers and fathers.

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