Stoic Coffee Break
19 - Being Stoic
Jan 27, 2018
Exploring the misconception of Stoics as unfeeling individuals, this podcast delves into the writings of influential Stoic philosophers to highlight their passion and joy. It emphasizes the Stoic focus on controlling what one can and letting go of what one can't, ultimately preserving inner peace.
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- Stoicism is about passion and joy, not being cold and unfeeling.
- The Stoic Coffee House offers a community and resources to help individuals practice stoicism and improve themselves.
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The Stoic Philosophy: Being Stoic
The podcast episode discusses the misconception surrounding the term 'stoic' and how it has come to mean someone who is cold and unfeeling. However, when examining the writings of prominent Stoic philosophers such as Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and Seneca, it becomes evident that stoicism is about passion and joy. Stoics recognize that they cannot control what others say or think about them, so they choose to focus on what they can control – their reactions. By not allowing others to have power over their emotions, stoics preserve their inner peace.
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