This podcast explores the concept of ego from a Stoic perspective. It discusses the difference between everyday use and clinical definitions of ego. The Stoic view emphasizes our insignificance in the grand scheme of the universe and aims to temper ego-driven thoughts. The goal of the series is to provide practical advice and insights for maintaining a balanced perspective and applying it in daily life.

Exploring the concept of the Daimon in Stoicism, its interpretations, and its role as our conscience and guiding spirit. Discussing Marcus Aurelius's views on living harmoniously with the gods. Addressing the challenge of understanding Stoicism with limited ancient texts available. Emphasizing the importance of actively engaging with our inner drive directed by the Daimon. Exploring how Stoics find happiness by embracing their inner spark and following their internal drive. Emphasizing the importance of embracing the Daimon, doing the hard things, and living excellently as individuals.

Renowned scholar Prof. Christopher Gill discusses Stoic Compatibilism, Nature, Free Will, and Autonomy in this thought-provoking podcast. He explains the Stoic view of determinism and human rationality. The conversation also addresses misconceptions about Stoicism, highlighting the Stoic interpretation of free will and autonomy. Professor Gill's latest book, 'Learning to Live Naturally,' explores Stoic ethics and its relevance to contemporary challenges like environmentalism.

In this podcast, the speaker explores how to handle life's challenges using stoic wisdom. They discuss the importance of self-restraint, fortitude, and patience in different situations. They also reflect on their own journey of complaint reduction and use a Looney Tunes vignette to illustrate the complexities of the human experience. The podcast emphasizes the significance of learning and self-improvement for future events and highlights the role of challenges in testing one's virtues and character. Lastly, they explain how to reframe difficult situations as opportunities for personal growth and resilience.

Delving into Marcus Aurelius' teachings on maintaining rational control over bodily afflictions. Exploring the difficulty of practicing Stoic teachings in real life, especially when dealing with anger. Reflecting on Seneca's wisdom about the universality of human error and the importance of forgiveness. Recommending a practical approach of giving ourselves space and time to process our feelings before confronting the source of our anger.

In this episode of "Practical Stoicism," I delve into the profound teachings of Enchiridion 9, a text that compellingly explores the concept of freedom of choice. The irony isn't lost on me that we're discussing this topic, especially as we anticipate introducing the third guest in our series soon.Enchiridion 9 teaches us that our physical conditions, like sickness or lameness, do not impede our ability to choose. This wisdom comes from a former slave who experienced physical torment firsthand, urging us to realize that our choices, not our circumstances, define us.I take this opportunity to question the very essence of how we perceive experiences and their impact on us. For instance, if being robbed makes us live in fear of a repeat incident, is it the event itself or our irrational fear that shapes this reaction? I also extend this discussion to the concept of psychological trauma, which I'm starting to see as a series of unchecked, illogical choices that solidify into behaviors. This perspective might be contentious, but it's vital to explore how our choices, rather than experiences, mold us.Our discussion then shifts to the role of experiences in shaping our character. While they offer opportunities to make choices, they don't necessarily constrain us - only our decisions can do that. I relate this to a video game concept where choices impact a character's appearance, symbolizing how actions, more than circumstances, define our moral and ethical makeup.Finally, I examine how circumstances influence our choices, using the example of stealing out of necessity. I argue that even in dire situations, our choices, guided by virtue or vice, are paramount. In Stoicism, the pursuit of virtue is the ultimate goal, transcending even the instinct for survival.In conclusion, this episode underscores that in the realm of Stoic philosophy, it's always our choices, not our experiences or circumstances, that hold the true power.--Get the lifetime ad-free deal : https://stoicismpod.com/lifetime--Support my work directly on Patreon : https://stoicismpod.com/membersSubscribe to my Everyday Stoicism blog : https://everydaystoicism.comJoin the Actual Stoicism discord community : https://stoicismpod.com/discord--Online copy of Meditations (A.S.L Farquharson) : https://link.stoicismpod.com/farquharsonOnline copy of Enchiridion (Elizabeth Carter) : https://classics.mit.edu/Epictetus/epicench.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The podcast discusses Marcus Aurelius' meditation on responding to the wrongdoings of others, emphasizing the importance of focusing on our own character and actions. It explores the relationship between others' actions and character, and highlights the significance of evaluating our own character before intervening. The podcast also explores the concept of roles and attributes in helping others, emphasizing that bravery and effectiveness don't always require physical strength.

In this podcast, Dr. William O. Stephens discusses free will in Stoicism. The Stoic view combines fate and individual agency, allowing for free will within causal determinism. They explore Stoic psychology and the concept of 'lecta' as propositions, emphasizing the freedom of ascent. The episode also touches upon different philosophical positions on determinism and free will.

This podcast explores the topic of free will through the lens of Stoicism and its modern interpretations. It challenges the notion that our decisions are predetermined by past events and discusses the potential dangers of embracing determinism. The host critiques the deterministic view of the ancient Stoics and presents their own theory that fate exists but is suspended in the human mind. Overall, the podcast delves into the complexities of free will and the importance of upholding its existence.

In this episode, they delve into the Stoic concept of our minuscule existence in the universe, the importance of practicing philosophy in daily life, and the empowering purpose of Marcus Aurelius' words. They also discuss embodying Stoic principles in daily life and reflecting on mortality and connection to the universe.