The Via Stoica Podcast

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.In this episode of The Via Stoica Podcast, Brice, Brendan, and Benny explore the Stoic art of asking better questions, questions that challenge assumptions, spark self-reflection, and lead to inner clarity. Drawing from the teachings of Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Seneca, we discuss how curiosity, when guided by reason and virtue, becomes a powerful tool for personal growth. Whether you’re stuck in a loop of overthinking or looking to deepen your practice, the quality of your questions might just shape the quality of your life.If you found this episode helpful, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a Stoic pause in their day. Your support helps us bring more philosophy to more people, one thoughtful question at a time.For those who want to go deeper in applying Stoicism to real life, we offer personalized Stoic coaching to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and live with intention. Start your journey with us today.Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Send us a textThe Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic quotes seriesIn the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We look at the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more.In this episode, we reflect on a striking quote by Epictetus from The Discourses, Book 3, Chapter 24.87:“What harm is there while you are kissing your child to say softly, ‘Tomorrow you will die’.”What does it mean to hold both love and loss in the same breath? Epictetus challenges us to practice presence by remembering impermanence—not as a cold exercise, but as a way to love more deeply. In this episode, we explore how this ancient idea can shift our modern experience of connection, attachment, and grief.If you are looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, we have pages of hundreds of Stoic sayings. All are accompanied by their references so you can find them or use them in your own writings.https://viastoica.com/stoic-quotes/https://viastoica.com/seneca-quotes/https://viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes/https://viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes/Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes or our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. Also leave a rating, as this helps us reach more like-minded people.Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on StoicismWhat if the peace you are searching for does not come from adding more to your life, but from realizing how little you actually need?In this episode, Brendan and Benny explore the Stoic concept of enough—a quiet but powerful idea that sits at the heart of contentment. We live in a culture that constantly tells us to do more, be more, and accumulate more. But the Stoics teach us that peace begins the moment we stop measuring our lives by external gains and start asking what is truly essential.Together, we unpack how the ancient Stoics like Seneca and Epictetus approached the question of desire, and how their insights can help us draw a clear line between what we want and what we need. We also offer practical tools for defining your own version of enough so you can stop chasing and start living with greater clarity, freedom, and peace of mind.If you feel like you are always on the move but never arriving, this conversation will help you pause, reflect, and begin charting your own Stoic roadmap to inner peace.Want help defining your enough and applying Stoicism to your own life? Book a free one-on-one coaching call with us here: https://viastoica.com/free-consultation/—If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. It helps others find the podcast and supports our mission to bring practical Stoicism to more people around the world.Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.In the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We look at the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more.In this fourth episode, we explore a striking reminder from Marcus Aurelius in Meditations, Book 4.6:“That sort of person is bound to do that. You might as well resent a fig tree for secreting juice. (Anyway, before very long you’ll both be death – death and soon forgotten.)”What can we learn from this image of the fig tree and the inevitability of death? Marcus helps us confront the absurdity of holding onto resentment when people act according to their nature. Just as we don’t curse a fig tree for producing figs, we shouldn't waste our energy wishing others were different. And in the end, does it even matter? We are reminded of the shortness of life — and that we, and those who wrong us, will soon be gone and forgotten.This is a powerful practice in accepting human behavior, releasing judgment, and keeping a wider perspective on what really matters.If you are looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com — we have pages of hundreds of Stoic sayings. All are accompanied by their references so you can find them or use them in your own writings:https://viastoica.com/stoic-quotes/https://viastoica.com/seneca-quotes/https://viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes/https://viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes/Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes or our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. Also leave a rating, as this helps us reach more like-minded people.Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on StoicismWhat happens when your actions betray your values? When your thoughts and behavior no longer align, it creates a kind of internal friction that the Stoics understood deeply, what we now call cognitive dissonance.In this episode, Brice, Brendan, and Benny explore how Stoic philosophy helps us recognize and resolve these inner contradictions. We look at the signs of dissonance, why it feels so unsettling, and what the Stoics teach about living in harmony with what you truly believe.You’ll learn how to apply Stoic practices to close the gap between who you are and who you want to be, building clarity, consistency, and peace of mind along the way.→ Need support aligning your life with your values? Book a free one-on-one Stoic coaching call here: https://viastoica.com/free-consultation/—If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Your support helps others discover the podcast and brings Stoic wisdom to more people who need it.Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.In the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We explore the famous writings of Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and others.In this episode, we turn to a powerful insight from Seneca, found in Moral Letters to Lucilius, Book 2, Letter 13.4:“There are more things, Lucilius, likely to frighten us than there are to crush us; we suffer more often in imagination than in reality.”Seneca reminds us that our minds often magnify fear beyond what reality ever delivers. We explore how this Stoic insight can help us face challenges with clarity and reduce the anxiety that comes from imagined catastrophes. If you struggle with overthinking or fear of the unknown, this quote is a grounding reminder of the difference between thought and fact.If you’re looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, where we’ve collected hundreds of Stoic sayings—each one carefully referenced so you can explore them in your own study or writing.https://viastoica.com/stoic-quotes/ https://viastoica.com/seneca-quotes/ https://viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes/ https://viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes/Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes and our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. If you enjoy the show, leave a rating—it helps us reach more like-minded people who want to live a Stoic life.Read some more about this quote and its practices here:https://viastoica.com/a-stoic-practice-for-overthinking/Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism.In this episode, Brice, Brendan, and Benny revisit one of Stoicism’s most practical challenges: anger. Discover powerful Stoic techniques to control your temper, remain calm under pressure, and master your emotions. Building on foundational Stoic wisdom, we explore deeper strategies to transform anger into clarity and resilience.If you missed our first deep dive into this topic, make sure to check out Episode 14: "From Fury to Freedom: Stoic Insights on Mastering Anger" for essential insights before diving into this advanced approach.For even more guidance, visit our blog and read: ➡️ How to Control Anger Through Stoicism https://viastoica.com/how-to-control-anger-through-stoicism/ — a step-by-step breakdown of Stoic practices to calm your mind. ➡️ Why Not Be Angry? https://viastoica.com/why-not-be-angry/ — an exploration of why the Stoics saw anger as weakness and how to rise above it.🎙️ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing The Via Stoica Podcast with others. Your support helps us continue spreading practical Stoic wisdom to those who need it most!Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Send us a textThe Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic quotes seriesIn the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We look at the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more.In this episode, we look at a quote by Marcus Aurelius. In his Meditations, book 3.5."To stand up straight – not straightened."Self-reliance is an important topic in Stoicism, and Marcus Aurelius often reminds himself of this fact in his personal journal. Without shutting ourselves off from society and the world around us, it is important that we don't rely on externals to live well.If you are looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, we have pages of hundreds of Stoic sayings. All are accompanied by their references so you can find them or use them in your own writings.https://viastoica.com/stoic-quotes/https://viastoica.com/seneca-quotes/https://viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes/https://viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes/Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes or our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. Also leave a rating, as this helps us reach more like-minded people.Read more about this quote at https://viastoica.com/How-to-Practice-Stoic-Self-Reliance/Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Discover how initial impressions can be misleading as hosts explore Stoic philosophy's take on perception. Learn to assess sensory experiences like marks on clay, distinguishing between genuine needs and passing whims. The discussion emphasizes separating neutral impressions from subjective judgments to foster emotional balance. Dive into the importance of logic over emotion, and see how reflection can sharpen intuition and self-awareness. This journey through Stoicism reveals practical techniques for clarity and wisdom in everyday life.

Send us a textThe Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic quotes seriesIn the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We look at the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more.In this first episode, we look at a quote by Epictetus. In the Handbook, the Enchiridion, the focus is on number 8:“Do not ask things to happen as you wish, but wish them to happen as they do happen, and your life will go smoothly.”How can we live a peaceful and content life with everything happening around us? Most of the time this goes against our wants and desires, that's why this is a key lesson Epictetus wants to give to his students.If you are looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, we have pages of hundreds of Stoic sayings. All are accompanied by their references so you can find them or use them in your own writings.https://viastoica.com/stoic-quotes/https://viastoica.com/seneca-quotes/https://viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes/https://viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes/Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes or our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. Also leave a rating, as this helps us reach more like-minded people.Support the showwww.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://viastoica.com/Brice-noble/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com