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The Gen Z Stoic

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Feb 26, 2024 • 37min

The Stoic Beauty Standard

Delving into Stoic perspectives on beauty, the podcast explores concepts like summetria and inner harmony. Critiquing society's focus on physical appearance, it emphasizes virtues and inner beauty. Discussion on internal vs physical beauty, societal standards, and self-assessment for spiritual beauty.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 43min

Overrated or Underrated? (Stoic Edition)

Reviewing ancient and modern Stoics to determine if they are overrated, underrated, or appropriately rated. Exploring the contributions of Zeno of Sidium and critiquing Ryan Holiday's promotion of Stoicism. Delving into worst-case scenario contemplation and the significance of journaling for mental reflection and clarity.
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Feb 14, 2024 • 17min

SR10: Sharing Your Journey

Explore letter 6 from Seneca, focusing on personal transformation and self-awareness. Learn about continuous self-improvement, recognizing weaknesses, and the importance of accountability and true friendship. Discover the value of sharing knowledge and being your own friend for personal growth.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 48min

The Stoic Valentine

Exploring the Stoic perspective on love and relationships, discussing the views of Zeno and Epictetus, emphasizing the importance of shared values, acceptance, independence, and self-focus in relationships.
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Feb 7, 2024 • 19min

SR9: Making Philosophy Relatable and Meaningful

The podcast discusses Stoic principles in relation to modern culture, highlighting the dangers of seeking external validation. It explores the negative influence of attention-seeking influencers and the importance of finding genuine role models. The hosts discuss Stoic principles, critique cynicism, and emphasize the concept of balance and simple living. They also explore the importance of acceptance, teaching others, and focusing on the present moment.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 39min

The Gen Z Stoic Reset

The Gen Z Stoic podcast explores common misconceptions about stoicism, emphasizing the importance of emotional regulation over elimination. They discuss the significance of accurate representation and address misconceptions about perfection and belief systems. The hosts stress the importance of tangible results and credibility in influencing others, while emphasizing genuine hustle culture and accountability. They also highlight the value of civil disagreement and the need for context to avoid misunderstandings.
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Feb 3, 2024 • 15min

SR8: Why You Must Act Now

In this episode, the podcast explores the Stoic philosophy of Marcus Aurelius's Meditations, focusing on the importance of seizing the present moment and taking action now. It delves into the ideas of mortality, fear, and external influence, emphasizing that good and bad events should not be deemed inherently noble or shameful. The podcast highlights the equality of all individuals in terms of time and the potential to lose the present, reinforcing the significance of acting in the present and constantly striving for progress.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 42min

Why Stoics Reject Cancel Culture

This episode discusses the impact of 'cancel culture' on open dialogue and freedom of speech with a focus on Stoic perspectives. It explores the flaws and negative consequences of cancel culture, including self-censorship and silencing of individuals. The speakers also critique trigger warnings and emphasize the need for civil disagreement and open dialogue for societal progress.
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Jan 26, 2024 • 13min

SR7: The Key To a Fulfilling Life

In this podcast, the hosts explore Marcus Aurelius' meditations and discuss topics such as self-respect, living with purpose, and building self-confidence. They highlight the impact of external opinions on self-worth and emphasize the importance of setting boundaries and finding one's own purpose. The speakers also discuss the dangers of comparing oneself to others and living for others on social media.
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Jan 24, 2024 • 16min

SR6: Conquering Fear

The podcast explores the Stoic concept of embracing death and conquering fear. It discusses the power of fear as a motivator, the importance of confronting fear and embracing death, the Stoic mindset, and the significance of focusing on the quality of life.

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