Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied
Brittany Polat on Deeper Connections (Episode 114)
Jan 19, 2024
Brittany Polat joins Caleb to discuss Stoic compassion and cultivating deeper connections. Topics include becoming more compassionate, the abundance mindset, friendship, forgiving others and oneself, and the importance of practice and meditation. They explore various Stoic practices, such as perspective-taking exercises, gratitude, and self-accountability. The role of patience and meditation in making long-term improvements is highlighted, along with exercises for shifting perspective and incorporating physical techniques in Stoic practice.
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Quick takeaways
- Stoicism promotes a rational form of compassion, understanding suffering as a part of life.
- Stoicism encourages reframing judgments and valuing relationships as a type of good.
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The Stoic Perspective on Compassion
The ancient Stoics didn't speak directly of compassion, but they had similar concepts like kindness and understanding. Stoicism encourages a rational form of compassion, where we don't feel others' pain but understand that suffering is a part of life. Stoics believe in putting human nature in a broader context, fostering a pro-social engagement with others.
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