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#123 William Irvine: How To Live a Stoic Life

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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The Stoic Perspective on Gratitude and Happiness

Having gratitude for the simple things in life and understanding the perspective of our ancestors can lead to greater happiness. The speaker highlights the discrepancy between the modern comforts we take for granted and the complaints we make about trivial matters. The insight of Stoicism is emphasized, suggesting that much of our unhappiness is self-inflicted and relates to our state of mind and how we frame our experiences.

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