The Daily Stoic More Often Than Not | Ask Daily Stoic
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Oct 28, 2022 Explore the imperfections of Stoic thinkers like Marcus Aurelius, who wrote reminders about managing emotions and interactions with challenging people. Delve into historical contexts of Stoicism and the courage to confront fears, using figures like Frederick Douglass for inspiration. Learn the importance of aligning your beliefs with actions in a contradictory world, while embracing the interconnected virtues of courage, justice, and temperance. Finally, discover the concept of Memento Mori, urging you to live meaningfully in a limited time.
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Stoicism: Progress Over Perfection
- Stoicism is about striving for virtue, not achieving perfection.
- Focus on what you can control more often than not, especially when it's difficult.
Jefferson's Misinterpretation of Roman Slavery
- Thomas Jefferson contrasted American and Roman slavery to justify American slavery.
- He missed that Roman slaves had access to education and social mobility, unlike in America.
Dealing with Fear
- Stoics believe fear is natural, but we can train ourselves to overcome it.
- Courage is not the absence of fear but transcending it.
