The What Is Stoicism? Podcast The Flow and Freedom of a Stoic Life
Oct 22, 2025
Explore the transformative power of Stoicism as the discussion delves into the constant flux of life. Embrace change and death as vital notes in life's melody, revealing their essential role in creating meaning. Learn about the Stoic belief in inner freedom that remains untouched by external circumstances. Discover how personal responsibility shapes our reactions, leading to resilience. These insights blend acceptance with the ability to choose, offering a path to truly flourishing in the face of impermanence.
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Life As A Flowing Process
- Life is a flowing process where change and death are necessary parts of the whole.
- Embracing impermanence lets us savour moments and prevents stagnation.
Practice Acceptance To Build Equanimity
- Practice acceptance of change and death to cultivate equanimity and readiness to adapt.
- Learn to adapt rather than resist when change arrives so you're not shattered by it.
Mortality Sharpens Life's Value
- Awareness of life's brevity gives existence its sharpness and sweetness.
- Without death there's no urgency, commitment, or motivation to act and improve.
