The Daily Stoic What Comes Next Matters Less
Nov 22, 2023
Explore how Stoics embrace joy even in the face of loss. The tale of Richard Feynman and his bittersweet love story highlights the importance of cherishing fleeting happiness. Discover the power of gratitude in navigating life's uncertainties and the Stoic perspective on the impermanence of joy. This reflective narrative encourages listeners to find beauty in transience, fostering resilience in times of grief.
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Stoic Acceptance
- The Stoics valued happiness and preferred a world without loss.
- They recognized that fortune is fickle and that grief is inevitable.
Feynman's Happiness
- Richard Feynman found lasting happiness with Arline Greenbaum despite her terminal illness.
- He later reflected that this period fulfilled him, making subsequent life less crucial.
Stoic Grief
- Stoics like Cicero, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius all experienced grief deeply.
- They acknowledged its inevitability and found ways to cope with loss.
