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Stoic Coffee Break
89 - Misfortune Is No Excuse
Apr 7, 2018
Explore the impact of external circumstances on behavior, maintaining virtues despite challenges, like kindness and generosity in moments of fatigue or irritability
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- External circumstances shouldn't excuse deviating from best self; self-awareness and separating mood from actions are crucial.
- Upholding principles despite challenges reveals true character; integrity and consistency should guide behavior always.
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Being Mindful of External Circumstances
The episode discusses how external circumstances like tiredness or mood swings can often make individuals deviate from their best selves. The host reflects on the tendency to blame outside factors for not behaving kindly or generously. By acknowledging that life presents constant challenges, the host emphasizes the importance of not letting external conditions dictate behavior. Practicing self-awareness, patience, and separating mood from actions can help in managing responses to tough situations and interactions with others.
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