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What Stoic Rules Make Life Less Erratic? | A Cure For Procrastination

Aug 28, 2023

Explore the intersection of Stoicism and procrastination! Discover how Marcus Aurelius viewed delaying actions as a form of arrogance. Learn practical Stoic principles to establish effective life rules inspired by great philosophers like Aurelius and Seneca. Uncover the power of immediate action to combat procrastination and anxiety. This insightful discussion reveals how embracing philosophy can enhance resilience and discipline in the face of life's challenges.

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Stoic philosophy emphasizes being tolerant with others and strict with oneself, choosing not to complain and focusing on the present moment.

Procrastination is viewed as a form of arrogance by Stoics, highlighting the importance of prompt and courageous action in order to avoid scattered messes and delusion.

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The Stoic Design for Living

The podcast explores the Stoic philosophy as a design for living, highlighting Marcus Aurelius' adherence to Stoic principles. It emphasizes the importance of being tolerant with others and strict with oneself, avoiding complaints, focusing on the present, choosing not to be harmed, and recognizing one's task is to be good. The podcast suggests that while these rules won't solve all the complexities and nuances of life, they help maintain high standards and stay on the right path.

Procrastination as a Form of Arrogance

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Embracing Stoic Principles to Overcome Procrastination

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Marcus Aurelius never claimed to be a Stoic.

Gregory Hays, one of Marcus Aurelius’s best translators (the one we worked with on our beautiful premium edition), writes, “If he had to be identified with a particular school, [Stoicism] is surely the one he would have chosen. Yet I suspect that if asked what it was that he studied, his answer would not have been ‘Stoicism’ but simply ‘philosophy.’”

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And with today's meditation from The Daily Stoic Journal, Ryan discusses why Marcus Aurelius viewed procrastination as a form of arrogance.

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