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Practical Stoicism

Don't Make Room For Anything Else

Jul 30, 2022
13:00

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Quick takeaways

  • Continuous learning about historical contexts is immensely powerful and can enhance personal growth.
  • The pursuit of a calm mind and a life in service to others should be prioritized over indulgence and personal desires.

Deep dives

The Power of Reading and Learning from History

Reading and learning from history is a valuable activity that, when combined with philosophy, can enhance personal growth. Just as listening to this podcast introduces new philosophical concepts, history provides insights and lessons to consider. Winston Churchill's famous quote about learning from history underscores the importance of leveraging historical knowledge to improve oneself. The education process continues beyond formal schooling, and continuous learning, especially about historical contexts, is immensely powerful. The podcast 'Everything Everywhere Daily' is recommended as a readily accessible source for historical topics to supplement the study of practical stoicism.

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