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Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

Rob Colter on Stoic Freedom (Episode 120)

Feb 27, 2024
Professor Rob Colter discusses Stoic freedom and its impact on people's lives, teaching Stoicism in various settings. Topics include rationality, role ethics, and underrated Stoic ideas. The conversation explores the transformative power of Stoicism and the concept of personal responsibility within the philosophy.
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  • Stoicism emphasizes radical freedom, empowering individuals to choose their responses in challenging situations.
  • Stoicism provides a systematic framework covering ethics, logic, and physics, offering a cohesive guide for navigating life.

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The Radical Nature of Freedom in Stoic Philosophy

Stoicism emphasizes radical freedom, highlighting the power of individual choice in how to respond to life's challenges. This concept enables individuals to maintain inner freedom and responsibility for their decisions, even in adverse circumstances, such as being in prison.

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