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Should We Say “NO”? Lessons from Diogenes...

Classical Wisdom Speaks

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Introduction

In this chapter, they discuss the importance of saying no and questioning societal norms, drawing inspiration from the cynics of ancient Greece. They argue that in today's information age, with so much disinformation, critical thinking and saying no to received ideas is crucial. The cynics lived a lifestyle of questioning and critiquing, and their example can be inspiring to us as well.

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