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Seneca on Groundless Fears

The Daily Stoic

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Confronting the Illusions of Fear

This chapter explores Seneca's insights on the nature of fear and imagination, highlighting how our thoughts often exacerbate our suffering. It emphasizes the Stoic practice of premeditatio malorum as a means to prepare for adversity and overcome irrational fears for a more resilient mindset.

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