The Daily Stoic How To Live in an Imperfect World | Practice Gentleness Instead of Anger
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Jul 15, 2024 Explore the power of gentleness in a world filled with imperfections. Discover how Marcus Aurelius' teachings encourage self-awareness and composure in leadership and relationships. Learn practical strategies for emotional control, prioritizing gentleness over anger in conflicts. Engage with reflections on the challenges of Stoicism, while also finding resilience in everyday life. Plus, get updates on upcoming talks and ways to access content ad-free!
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Living in an Imperfect World
- The Stoics lived in a flawed world, not a utopia, but chose to engage with its problems.
- They believed in pragmatism and making the most of any situation, rather than retreating.
Marcus Aurelius' Pragmatism
- Marcus Aurelius, despite wanting to be a philosopher, embraced his role as emperor.
- He chose to be pragmatic, working with the existing situation instead of seeking a perfect world.
Practice Gentleness
- Replace anger with gentleness, remembering that mistakes are rarely intentional.
- When feeling angry, consider the other person's perspective and practice empathy.
