Stoic Coffee Break
69 - Persist and Resist
Mar 19, 2018
This podcast discusses the importance of self-control and persistence in Stoicism. It emphasizes the role these concepts play in self-improvement, focusing on internal reactions and viewing failure as a stepping stone towards growth.
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- Lack of self-control is a serious vice that goes against Stoic principles; focus on controlling ourselves rather than external circumstances.
- Persistence is crucial for self-control and personal growth; giving up after failures is the only true failure.
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The Importance of Self-Control
Epictetus believes that lack of self-control is a serious vice that goes against the core tenets of Stoicism. When we try to control things outside of ourselves, we often lose self-control. For example, if someone says something negative about us, trying to force them to take it back can lead to a loss of self-control. Instead, maintaining self-control involves not letting others' opinions affect us and calmly assessing if their criticism has merit. By focusing on controlling ourselves rather than external circumstances, we maintain self-control and live in line with Stoic principles.
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