The Daily Stoic It’s For The Young and Old
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Sep 17, 2025 Explore the timeless appeal of Stoicism, highlighting journeys of individuals who have found relevance in this philosophy at all ages. Discover how figures like Zeno and Epictetus transformed their lives using Stoic insights. The pursuit of wisdom takes center stage, too, as the discussion encourages a lifelong engagement with philosophical ideas, emphasizing the effort needed to attain true understanding. With references to Seneca and Epicurus, listeners are reminded that learning never stops, no matter the stage of life.
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Stoics Found Philosophy At Different Ages
- Zeno found philosophy after a shipwreck led him to a bookstore in Athens.
- Epictetus and James Stockdale discovered Stoicism later in life, showing varied entry points.
Seneca’s Late Productive Years
- Seneca lost large portions of his life to illness and exile yet produced his best work in retirement.
- Epicurus advised seeking wisdom when young and persisting in it when old, making learning ageless.
Wisdom Is A Lifelong Endeavor
- There is no single right time to start studying philosophy; any age can benefit.
- Seneca’s line, "As long as you live, keep learning how to live," frames wisdom as lifelong work.
