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Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

Hampus Jakobsson on Playing the Game of Life (Episode 40)

May 5, 2023
Venture capitalist Hampus Jakobsson discusses Stoicism and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of playing life like a single-player game and overcoming the fear of failure. He also touches on the challenges of identity, caring too much about others' opinions, and knowing when to quit. Insights on misconceptions about companies and the value of role models in personal growth.
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Quick takeaways

  • Stoicism fosters resilience by shifting focus from external validations to internal values and character building.
  • Emulating admired traits of a sage or role model strengthens self-trust and resilience toward desired outcomes.

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Stoicism and Care Column

Stoicism is a practice that encourages caring less about what others think without disregarding their importance. It teaches to reduce stress by focusing less on external opinions and followers, emphasizing on internal character building and virtue cultivation. The philosophy provides methods to shift focus from external validations to internal values, enabling individuals to handle life's challenges resiliently. Applying stoicism as a tool aids in solving problems, building habits, and incorporating eternal questions into daily life.

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