How to live a Stoic: Lessons from Living Philosopher Massimo Pigliucci

Want to develop an unbreakable mind? Learn how Stoicism can help you master your emotions, handle setbacks, and build resilience in an unpredictable world. In this episode of We Have A Meeting, we sit down with Massimo Pigliucci, one of the world’s leading Stoic philosophers, to uncover 4 powerful Stoic rules that will change how you think, work, and live.

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⏳ Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to Massimo Pigliucci

02:10 – What Is Stoicism & Why Does It Matter Today?

06:45 – Lesson #1: Control What You Can, Ignore What You Can’t

12:30 – Lesson #2: Premeditatio Malorum – How to Prepare for the Worst

18:05 – Lesson #3: Memento Mori – Remember You Will Die

24:50 – Lesson #4: Amor Fati – Love Your Fate & Thrive in Chaos

30:15 – The Biggest Misconceptions About Stoicism

35:45 – How Stoicism Can Make You a Better Leader & Entrepreneur

42:20 – Final Stoic Wisdom from Massimo Pigliucci

🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔ How to stop wasting energy on things you can’t control

✔ Why visualizing failure can actually make you stronger

✔ How Memento Mori can change your perspective on life & work

✔ The Stoic secret to turning obstacles into opportunities

✔ Why Stoicism is NOT about suppressing emotions—but mastering them

If you’re interested in self-improvement, mindset mastery, or philosophy, this episode is a must-watch.

📖 About Massimo Pigliucci:

Massimo Pigliucci is a philosopher, scientist, and author specializing in Stoicism, ethics, and the philosophy of science. He’s the author of How to Be a Stoic and The Stoic Guide to a Happy Life and has been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, and major academic journals.

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