Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied What Stoicism Actually Teaches About Emotion (Episode 1)
Dec 19, 2022
Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay discuss Stoic theory and practice. They explore the Stoic perspective on emotions, the rationality of being irrational, and the importance of taking responsibility for one's emotional life. They also touch on Stoicism's influence on therapy and the distinction between feelings and emotions. Throughout the podcast, they provide personal examples and discuss mindfulness meditation and the cognitive theory of emotion.
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Emotions as Value Judgments
- Emotions are value judgments, not just feelings that happen to you.
- Different people can have different emotional responses to the same event based on their values.
Emotions as Information
- Treat emotions as information about your thought processes, not as tools to be harnessed.
- Don't tell yourself lies to generate desired emotions; instead, strive for correct thinking, and the right feelings will follow.
False Beliefs
- Be careful about adopting false beliefs for short-term gains.
- While sometimes seemingly useful, they can be detrimental in the long run.