You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson The Philosophy of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy by Donald Robertson (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
Jul 28, 2025
Explore how Stoic philosophy intersects with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to reshape your mindset. The discussion emphasizes the transformative power of thoughts and encourages engagement with internal dialogues. Listeners are inspired to foster personal growth and intentional living through practical insights and wisdom, offering a pathway to optimize energy, work, and relationships.
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Thoughts Shape Emotions and Actions
- Thoughts create emotions and are the root cause of how we feel and act, not just external events.
- Both Stoic philosophy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy teach us to master beliefs to regain control over our emotions and behavior.
Train Your Inner Dialogue
- Challenge and replace your inner dialogue instead of believing every thought you have.
- Practice premeditatio malorum to mentally rehearse setbacks, preparing yourself wisely for adversity.
CBT and Stoicism Complement Each Other
- CBT's highest aim is mental health, while Stoicism prioritizes character strength and virtue.
- Together, they build resilient lives focused on intentional thinking and courageous actions, not perfect moods.
