Practicing Negative Visualization for Gratitude

This chapter explores negative visualization, a Stoic technique that helps individuals appreciate their current circumstances by imagining life without them. Through practical exercises, it emphasizes the importance of gratitude for everyday aspects of life, enhancing overall appreciation.

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🔍 Overview: In this clip, philosopher William B. Irvine delves into the Stoic practice of negative visualisation, a technique developed to help individuals appreciate what they have by imagining its absence. Through these psychological thought experiments, the Stoics aimed to foster a deep sense of gratitude and contentment, reminding us that nothing is guaranteed and everything we have is worth cherishing in the present moment.

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⁠⁠A Guide to the Good Life⁠⁠: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy by William B Irvine

⁠⁠The Stoic Challenge⁠⁠: A Philosopher's Guide to Becoming Tougher, Calmer, and More Resilient by William B Irvine

⁠⁠Meditations⁠⁠ by Marcus Aurelius

⁠⁠Letters from a Stoic: Epistulae Morales Ad Lucilium⁠⁠ by Seneca

⁠⁠The Stoic Path⁠⁠ on Waking Up by William B. Irvine

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