Sadler's Lectures

Plutarch, On Tranquility - Making Use Of Things And Circumstances - Sadler's Lectures

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Jul 2, 2025
Dive into Plutarch's insights on achieving inner peace by embracing life's uncertainties. Discover the clever metaphor of life as a game of dice, emphasizing adaptability and wise engagement with circumstances. Explore the bee analogy, showcasing how we can extract sweetness from adversity, turning challenges into opportunities for growth. Reflect on Stoic philosophies that encourage resilience, urging listeners to view obstacles as stepping stones to a more fulfilling life.
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INSIGHT

Dispositions Shape Life Experience

  • Our dispositions shape our experiences and lives like how a shoe fits a foot.
  • Habit alone is insufficient; prudence must guide how we engage with life.
INSIGHT

Using External Things Wisely

  • External things can be good or bad depending on the use we make of them.
  • Accepting external circumstances without harshness leads to tranquility.
ANECDOTE

Life as a Dice Game

  • Plato compared life to a dice game: you try to throw what suits you best.
  • If the throw is bad, you must still use it well to continue the game meaningfully.
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