Stoic Coffee Break
71 - Strong Mental Health
Mar 20, 2018
Discussion on the concept of strong mental health in Stoicism, emphasizing the importance of managing negative emotions and how to overcome difficult emotions.
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- Handling emotions is crucial in Stoic philosophy to avoid suffering and maintain self-control.
- Strong mental health in Stoicism means being able to handle various emotions without being overwhelmed by them.
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Importance of Handling Emotions in Stoic Philosophy
Epictetus emphasizes the importance of handling emotions in Stoic philosophy. Stoics don't let their emotions control them, but they recognize that emotions are the fuel that moves them to action. Handling emotions is crucial because a significant part of suffering in life comes from avoiding negative emotions. By applying stoic principles to feelings, individuals can take control of their emotions and manage them in a way that is beneficial and maintains self-control. Negative emotions are just vibrations in the body, and although they may not be pleasant, they won't harm us. It's important to remember that negative emotions are temporary, and we have the capacity to get through them.
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