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Practical Stoicism

The Balance Between Being Just And Being Nice

Feb 26, 2024
16:33
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Exploring the balance between kindness and justice in relationships, reflecting on endurance and beauty in life, and introducing a new framework of concern management using the Toblerone analogy. The podcast discusses the challenges of aligning actions with Stoic principles and staying true to personal values.
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Quick takeaways

  • Reflect on treating others justly based on Stoic principles and self-assessment.
  • Balancing niceties with tough love can benefit relationships more than mere kindness.

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Reflection on Behaving Justly Towards Others

Meditation 32 from book five of Marcus Aurelius' Meditations prompts reflection on how one has behaved towards various individuals in life, including parents, friends, and teachers. The meditation challenges individuals to assess if they have treated others justly, in alignment with Stoic principles. It emphasizes the importance of considering one's treatment of others and striving to act appropriately, even if achieving sage-like behavior may be challenging. The meditation encourages honest self-reflection on whether individuals have upheld justice in their interactions and relationships.

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