Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2463: What Can't Be Hurt by Keith Wilson on Dignity, Self-Respect and Power of Choice
Jan 25, 2025
Pain and betrayal can feel overwhelming, but there’s an untouchable strength within us. The concept of prohairesis teaches us that while we can't control what happens to us, we can control our reactions. Personal choices empower us to navigate life’s challenges, reclaiming our dignity and self-respect. Emphasizing resilience, the discussion urges listeners to take responsibility for their actions and recognize the personal power we always have at our disposal.
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Prohairesis: Inner Resilience
- Prohairesis, an ancient Greek concept, refers to an individual's inner resilience and power of choice.
- This inherent quality allows individuals to transcend hardships and define their own responses.
Exercising Prohairesis
- Recognize that you have control over your reactions to external forces, even when you can't control the forces themselves.
- Exercise your prohairesis by choosing how you respond to situations and others' actions.
Examples of Prohairesis
- Examples of prohairesis include a boy rising from poverty, a disfigured woman advocating for education, and a divorced mother becoming a successful author.
- These stories, along with countless everyday examples, illustrate the triumph of will over adversity.