Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life Podcast
How Stoicism can Save Democracy
May 9, 2024
Discussing the dangers faced by democracy, the historical influence of demagogues, analogies of statesmen and demagogues in politics, navigating modern challenges with stoicism, handling rhetoric and cognitive distancing, and managing anger and political influence with Stoicism.
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Quick takeaways
- Stoicism offers tools to combat manipulative influences on democracy through rational thinking and moral correction.
- Understanding the historical origins of political manipulation can help in identifying and countering modern-day sophistry in public discourse.
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Donald Robertson's Background and Work in Philosophy and Psychology
Donald Robertson discusses his background as a Scottish cognitive behavioral therapist and clinical supervisor with a degree in philosophy. He highlights his journey from a specialized focus on the relationship between philosophy and psychotherapy, once considered niche, to the rise in popularity of stoicism. Robertson shares his experience writing books on philosophy, history, psychotherapy, and self-improvement and describes the challenge of categorizing his books into a single genre.
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