The Everyday Stoic The Secret To The Good Life | 4 Stoic Virtues, Day 21 of Stoic School with William Mulligan
Click here to check out HUEL: https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros #ad
Today is day 21 of the 100-day Stoic School journey, and the focus is on the essence of Stoic philosophy: virtue. Drawing inspiration from Cicero and Socrates, William explores why virtue is considered the only true good and the key to happiness according to the Stoics.
In Stoicism, virtue is about excelling at human nature. It is represented by the four cardinal virtues: wisdom, courage, temperance, and justice. Wisdom involves good judgment and purpose, courage encompasses endurance and bravery, temperance means self-control and discipline, and justice is about fairness and public service. Living with virtue means embodying these virtues in daily life, which the Stoics believed leads to true happiness and fulfilment.
Practicing virtue is like building a skill; it requires consistent effort and reflection. By contemplating the virtues given by nature, admiring and emulating virtuous qualities in others, and reviewing actions daily, one can strengthen character and live in accordance with nature. This journey of self-improvement and virtuous living is the core of Stoic philosophy and the path to becoming the best version of oneself.