The Daily Stoic

What Is It For If Not This? | Ask Daily Stoic

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May 1, 2025
Explore the relationship between courage and fear, emphasizing the importance of acting decisively. Discover how Stoicism serves as a communal practice, inviting dialogue and connection. Hear engaging stories about classical virtues and their relevance to today's youth. Delve into the challenges of loyalty versus ethics, reflecting on the moral complexities of decision-making. Finally, consider why evaluating the impact of actions is crucial, urging a shift from profit to accountability in our lives.
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ADVICE

Act Courageously Now

  • Use your accumulated power, money, and influence now to stand for something meaningful.
  • Never wait to be more secure to act courageously because fear will always be present.
INSIGHT

Teach Classical Virtues to Kids

  • We lose touch with classical virtues as classical languages and literature vanish from education.
  • Teaching kids these timeless values through stories and history equips them to make better decisions.
ADVICE

Use Impact to Decide Right

  • When deciding what's right, consider the impact of your actions on others.
  • The golden rule guides clearer, more urgent moral decisions beyond complex debates.
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