William Irvine, a philosophy professor at Wright State University and author of "The Stoic Challenge," dives into the practical applications of Stoicism. He discusses how to manage anger by harnessing emotions rather than suppressing them. Irvine emphasizes the importance of recognizing our desires and the fleeting nature of life, urging listeners to engage in negative visualization for greater appreciation. He introduces a nuanced framework for understanding control in relationships and highlights the value of setting grand goals over seeking mere happiness.

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Joshua talks about stoicism, what it means to live a good life, and different philosophies for living with author and professor William B. Irvine, and they answer the following questions: Is stoicism applicable to all cultures? (10:05) How do I explain the benefits of stoicism to my loved ones? (18:38) How do I practice stoicism without sacrificing human emotion? (26:20) Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast Support The Minimalists: minimalists.com/support

In this Heroic Chat, Brian Johnson interviews William B. Irvine, a professor of philosophy and author of philosophy books for a general audience. They discuss mindful living, the philosophy of stoicism, the power of framing setbacks, stoic responses to insults, living in integrity, and embracing discomfort.

In this podcast, Brian Johnson interviews William B. Irvine, a professor of philosophy and practicing Stoic philosopher. They discuss setback exemplars, antifragility, the Stoic Challenge, gratitude, and closing the gap between the best and worst versions of ourselves. Highly recommended for those seeking greater resilience and personal growth.