Don’t Know Where to Start With Stoicism? Try This.
Sep 25, 2023
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Exploring the foundations of Stoicism, the importance of reading foundational texts like 'Meditations' and 'Letters from a Stoic', incremental reading of Stoic texts, consistency and quality in applying Stoicism to daily routines, and diving into the emotional intelligence and self-awareness of Stoic teachings.
Start your Stoic journey by reading foundational texts like 'Meditations' by Marcus Aurelius and 'Letters from a Stoic' by Seneca for relevant life wisdom.
Engage in discussions with others to gain diverse perspectives on Stoic teachings and deepen your connection with the philosophy.
Deep dives
Start with Main Stoic Texts
Begin your Stoic reading journey by starting with the foundational texts including 'Meditations' by Marcus Aurelius, 'Letters from a Stoic' by Seneca, and 'Discourses' by Epictetus. These texts offer short, impactful stories and analogies that provide wisdom applicable to modern life.
Reading in Short Intervals
To better understand Stoic texts, read in short intervals of about five to ten minutes. These texts are structured in individual sections, making it easier to digest their teachings when read in concise intervals. Reading stoicism in short bursts allows for better comprehension and reflection.
Annotating and Applying the Teachings
After reading significant passages, reread, annotate, and break down the text to ensure full understanding. Dissect each part and consider how to apply these teachings to your own life. Reflect on how the Stoic principles can be practically implemented in your daily experiences.
Engage in Discussions and Reflection
Share and compare your interpretations of Stoicism with others to gain different perspectives. Engaging in discussions helps broaden your understanding of Stoic teachings and their applications. Reflect on how Stoic insights resonate with your personal experiences and values to deepen your connection with the philosophy.
Stoicism can often be overwhelming for beginners, and we’re here to help. Tune in this week as we lay out our personal tips and insight to successfully starting on your individual path in stoicism. It is important to note that while each person has their own unique path within this ancient school of philosophy and some of our insight may not be true for you, there are a few beneficial starting points to anchor to in your journey. We want to support and help grow a thriving, resilient community of modern day philosophers through these Stoic anchors, but(as always) it starts with you. We encourage you to try new things, be open minded, and reach out to us if you have any questions about becoming a Gen Z Stoic.
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