Cele mai bune Stoicism podcast-uri (2024)

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Plato's Laches

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The Athenian general Nicias, a co-protagonist, together with Laches and Socrates, of this dialogue. Image from Wikimedia, CC license. The Practical Wisdom podcast I produce is not for the faint of heart. Each series of episodes presents a deep dive into a single text from the Greco-Roman wisdom tradition. From time to time, as in the case of this p…

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How To Leave The Past Behind 4:56

3d ago4:56

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By repeatedly telling ourselves negative stories we add a second layer of suffering to whatever sorrow we happen to encounter. Due to our close proximity to them, instead of detaching from the stories, we end up detached from reality. If we are to see these stories for what they really are we must zoom out from them. ---- ☀️ Start your next 10 days…

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Brigid Delaney on Reasons not to Worry (Episode 151) 1:13:00

4d ago1:13:00

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Michael talks with Brigid Delaney about her journey into Stoicism, the value it has had in her life, and the unique role it has to play in helping others. (03:41) Stoicism vs Wellness (13:15) Ataraxia (18:07) Stoic Friends (20:26) Favorite Stoic (24:14) How To Explore The Stoics (29:47) Persauding Non-Stoics (34:11) Stripping Away Illusions (38:51)…

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Meditations 2.7 12:03

6d ago12:03

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In this episode, I discuss Meditation 7 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius advises us to give ourselves moments of quiet to focus on learning something good, while also warning against aimlessness. I explore how modern distractions—whether from media, politics, or content creators—are constantly vying for our attention. Marcus’ advic…

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Aristotle on practicing virtue

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“Virtue, then, is twofold, intellectual and moral. Both the coming-into-being and increase of intellectual virtue result mostly from teaching—hence it requires experience and time—whereas moral virtue is the result of habit, and so it is that moral virtue got its name [ēthikē] by a slight alteration of the term habit [ethos]. It is also clear, as a…

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Building Stoic Courage, One Step at a Time 4:52

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This episode is based on Epictetus's teaching of a classic Stoic trope: the less we shy away from adversity, the more strength and courage we build in ourselves. In other words, the more challenges we give our best to, the better equipped we become to face similar challenges in the future. (And by doing so, we prove to ourselves what we're capable …

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Stoic Justice (Episode 150) 53:10

11d ago53:10

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The four pillars of Stoic Justice. Justice isn't just about courtrooms and laws. For the Stoics, it was a way of life. In this episode, Caleb and Michael break down the four components of Stoic justice: piety, kindness, good fellowship, and fair dealing. They explore how these ideas apply to our lives today, from helping strangers to making tough b…

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Meditations 2.6 27:39

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In this episode, I explore Meditation 6 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on how we often fail to honor our own well-being, instead placing it in the hands of others. I dive into the Stoic concept of violence, explaining that true violence, in Stoic terms, is the damage we do to our own moral character through vice, not the…

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Practice like a Stoic: 28, Put the sage on your shoulder

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Cato the Younger, Stoic role model. Bronze bust from Volubilis, dated to the 1st century, Musée de l'Histoire et des Civilizations in Rabat, Morocco. Image from Wikimedia, CC license. [This series of posts is based on A Handbook for New Stoics—How to Thrive in a World out of Your Control, co-authored by yours truly and Greg Lopez. It is a collectio…

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Epicurus's Letter to Menoeceus

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Epicurus, image from nypl.getarchive.net, CC license The Practical Wisdom podcast I produce is not for the faint of heart. Each series of episodes presents a deep dive into a single text from the Greco-Roman wisdom tradition. From time to time, as in the case of this post, it may helpful to pause and collect together all the entries referring to th…

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How to Have a Life with Seneca

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[Based on How to Have a Life: An Ancient Guide to Using Our Time Wisely, by Seneca, translated by James S. Romm. Full book series here.] Life is short, isn’t it? Well, it depends on how you measure its length, and on how you weigh the relative importance of quality and quantity. One of the best sources for reflections on this theme surely is Lucius…

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Take On The Color Of The Dead 4:55

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- "Of all men they alone are at leisure who take time for philosophy, they alone really live; for they are not content to be good guardians of their own lifetime only. They annex every ag…

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Seneca's Advice On Nervous Ticks, Embarrassment, and Cringe (Episode 149) 24:49

18d ago24:49

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Blushing, sweating, stumbling over words - we've all been there. But what if these physical reactions are holding you back from greatness? In this episode, Caleb and Michael unpack Seneca's advice on handling embarrassment like a Stoic. (00:46) Embarrassing Introduction (04:50) Seneca On Blushing (08:08) Feelings vs Judgments (10:02) You Are Not A …

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Practice like a Stoic: 27, Act the opposite of anger

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Image from thebluediamondgallery.com, CC license. [This series of posts is based on A Handbook for New Stoics—How to Thrive in a World out of Your Control, co-authored by yours truly and Greg Lopez. It is a collection of 52 exercises, which we propose reader try out one per week during a whole year, to actually live like a Stoic. In Europe/UK the b…

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Meditations 2.5 20:16

19d ago20:16

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In this episode, I begin by correcting a mistake I made about the word "Prokoptôn," clarifying that it is the singular form, not the plural. We then dive into Meditation 5 of Book 2, which focuses on acting with precision, dignity, love, freedom, and justice in every moment, as if it were your last. I break down the importance of being aligned with…

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Plato on goodness vs bravery

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“SOCRATES: Now, Nicias, could you explain it to us again from the beginning? You know we started our discussion by considering bravery as a part of goodness? NICIAS: Yes, I do. SOCRATES: So you did agree with our answer that it’s a part, and hence that there are other parts, which are known collectively as goodness, didn’t you? NICIAS: Yes, of cour…

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Against scientism

24d ago

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Science by Nick Youngson, CC license from pix4free.org One of the never ending discussions I’ve been involved since I have shifted career from evolutionary biology to philosophy of science is the issue of scientism. Heck, I have even co-edited (with my friend Maarten Boudry) a book about the darn thing. So let’s put the matter to rest once and for …

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How A Stoic Focuses On What’s Necessary 4:23

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- “Because most of what we say and do isn’t essential. Ask yourself at every moment, Is this necessary?” —Marcus Aurelius, Meditations 4.24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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Stoic Risk Tolerance (Episode 148) 53:16

25d ago53:16

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In this episode, Caleb and Michael explore how Stoicism reframes our understanding of risk, teaching us to embrace uncertainty while focusing on what truly matters. They discuss: Why Stoics aren't reckless, but cultivate caution How Stoicism offers the highest reward with the lowest real risk Critiques that Stoicism is for the risk-averse, and why …

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Practice like a Stoic: 26, Turn difficulties into opportunities

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Ancient Greek wrestling, Parthenon freeze. Image from Wikimedia, CC license. [This series of posts is based on A Handbook for New Stoics—How to Thrive in a World out of Your Control, co-authored by yours truly and Greg Lopez. It is a collection of 52 exercises, which we propose reader try out one per week during a whole year, to actually live like …

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Meditations 2.4 27:45

26d ago27:45

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In this week's meditation, we explore Meditation 2.4 from Book 2 of the Meditations. The conversation centers around the inevitability of death, the urgency of utilizing the present moment, and the Stoic approach to perceiving and appreciating life on Nature’s terms. Meditation Quoted: "Remember how long you have been putting off these things, and …

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Book: Beyond Stoicism

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Well, this is an unusual suggestion, since the book in question is my own! Or, rather, a co-production with my friends Meredith Kunz and Greg Lopez, the latter also the co-author of my A Handbook for New Stoics: How to Thrive in a World out of Your Control. The new book is entitled Beyond Stoicism: A Guide to the Good Life with Stoics, Skeptics, Ep…

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The Ripple Effect of Teaching, Tolerance and Kindness 5:23

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- The Stoics strongly believed that we should be respectful to everyone, no matter who they are or what they’ve done. It’s a freeing attitude: not only can we refuse to let the malevolent…

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Toxic Positivity And Stoicism (Episode 147) 53:53

1M ago53:53

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Is Stoicism just toxic positivity? No, obviously. But what's the difference between toxic positivity and unrealistic optimism? And how can Stoics avoid the real risks of both? In this episode, Caleb and Michael dive deep into Stoic practice and its alleged similarity to toxic positivity. *** Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoa…

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Practice like a Stoic: 25, Deal virtuously with frustrating people

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Marcus Aurelius, image from citaty-slavnych.sk, CC license. [This series of posts is based on A Handbook for New Stoics—How to Thrive in a World out of Your Control, co-authored by yours truly and Greg Lopez. It is a collection of 52 exercises, which we propose reader try out one per week during a whole year, to actually live like a Stoic. In Europ…

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Meditations 2.3 26:49

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In this episode, we delve into Meditation 2.3 of Marcus Aurelius’s Meditations. We explore the concepts of Providence and the interconnectedness of the universe as understood by the Stoics. We discuss how everything in the cosmos, including human life, is part of a logical and stable system governed by natural laws. Additionally, we touch upon the …

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Epicurus on security and pleasure

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“Any means by which it is possible to procure freedom from fearing other people is a natural good. Some people have desired to gain reputation and to be well regarded, thinking in this way to gain protection from others. If the lives of such people are secure, they have acquired a natural blessing; but if they are not, they do not possess what they…

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Epictetus’s radical Stoicism—Part II

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Epictetus, engraving by Juan de Noort, 1635. Image from boudewijnhuijgens.getarchive.net, CC license. As I’ve explained in my previous essay, the philosopher Epictetus of Hierapolis has changed my life when I first encountered him a decade ago. He is often presented as a rather “conservative” Stoic, whose philosophy reaches back to that of the thir…

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The Chief Task In Life Is This 4:30

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- The ancient Stoic teacher Epictetus said we should contemplate daily the freedom of our will: The fact that no matter what happens or what anyone else does, our thoughts and actions are…

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Seneca On Solitude (Episode 146) 39:15

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The Stoic art of solitude and self-consistency Can you be alone with your thoughts? Seneca's Letter X challenges us to master the art of solitude. In this conversation, Caleb and Michael unpack Seneca's advice on solitude and explore its relevance in our hyperconnected world. (00:58) The Paradox of Solitude (05:40) Consistency Between Private and P…

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Practice like a Stoic: 24, Premeditate on encountering difficult people

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Image from stocksnap.io, CC license. [This series of posts is based on A Handbook for New Stoics—How to Thrive in a World out of Your Control, co-authored by yours truly and Greg Lopez. It is a collection of 52 exercises, which we propose reader try out one per week during a whole year, to actually live like a Stoic. In Europe/UK the book is publis…

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Meditations 2.2 31:27

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In today’s episode, we explore Meditations 2.2 by Marcus Aurelius, diving into the Stoic understanding of our bodies, the concept of the “god” in Stoicism, and the relationship between our physical body, life-sustaining breath, and rational mind. Marcus identifies these three parts of the human being and challenges us to take control of the only on…

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Cicero on burying one’s body

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“The opinion of Socrates respecting this matter is clearly stated in the book which treats of his death, of which we have already said so much; for when he had discussed the immortality of the soul, and when the time of his dying was approaching rapidly, being asked by Crito how he would be buried, ‘I have taken a great deal of pains,’ said he, ‘my…

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Epictetus’s radical Stoicism—Part I

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Epictetus, ink drawing by Jean Desmarets de Saint-Sorlin, 1653. Image from picryl.com, CC license. There is no question that the Stoic philosopher Epictetus (50-135 CE) has been a major influence in my life. I first encountered him during a “Stoic Week” back in 2014. Specifically, this passage: “If you are writing to a friend and are at a loss as t…

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Stoic Help With Socializing 4:42

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- "Our fellowship is very similar to an arch of stones, which would fall apart, if they did not reciprocally support each other." — Seneca, Letters 95.53 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…

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Meditations 2.1 29:23

2M ago29:23

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In this first episode of Season 2, we dive into one of my favorite meditations from Marcus Aurelius, Meditations 2.1. I’ll be using the Farquharson translation throughout this season, and today, I’m excited to get started. Meditation Quoted: "Say to yourself in the early morning: I shall meet today inquisitive, ungrateful, violent, treacherous, env…

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Applying Stoicism To First JiuJitsu Competition (Episode 145) 57:01

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Join Caleb and Michael as they dissect the mental game of competition and explore how ancient philosophy can give us an edge in modern battles – both on and off the mat. In this gripping episode, Caleb shares his experience competing in his first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament and the valuable lessons he learned about applying Stoic principles unde…

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The Reboot 24:30

2M ago24:30

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In this primer episode for Season 2, I introduce the reboot of the podcast. If you're new here, welcome—I'm excited to have you join this journey. This season is not a reimagining but a refresh, building on the knowledge I've accumulated since I first started this podcast in 2022. While Season One was an exploratory beginning, Season Two aims to di…

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The Trailer [Updated August 2024] 5:15

2M ago5:15

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Welcome to Season 2 of Practical Stoicism! When I started this podcast in January 2022, I knew very little about Stoicism. Fast forward to today, and the podcast now averages around 4 million plays a year. Along the way, I've written over half a million words on Stoicism, co-authored a book, and gained recognition as a Stoic philosopher within the …

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Diogenes The Cynic, Freedom, And Living In A Barrel (Episode 144) 46:27

2M ago46:27

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Diogenes: the man who lived in a barrel and inspired Stoic philosophy. In this episode, Michael and Caleb explore the life and ideas of Diogenes the Cynic - one of the most influential and eccentric philosophers of ancient Greece. They discuss: (00:00) Epictetus on Diogenes' Freedom (03:21) Diogenes' Life and Connection to Stoicism (08:29) Diogenes…

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Guided Exercise: Reframe Life's Paintings 5:33

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- A step-by-step exercise showing how to mentally reframe challenging situations. Video referenced in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__JLFw2FtEQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.…

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Johnathan Bi on Nietzsche and the Validity of the Ad Hominem (Episode 143) 1:08:23

2M ago1:08:23

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Caleb Ontiveros speaks with Johnathan Bi, an entrepreneur and philosopher, about Friedrich Nietzsche's critique of Stoicism and egalitarianism. The conversation begins with Jonathan sharing his personal journey from STEM to philosophy, setting the stage for a deep dive into Nietzsche's challenging ideas. They explore Nietzsche's opposition to Stoic…

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A Stoic Get-Rich-Quick Scheme 5:11

2M ago5:11

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- "What I will teach you is the ability to become rich as speedily as possible.. I will lead you by a shortcut to the greatest wealth... not wanting something is just as good as having it…

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The Cardinal Identity Of All Stoics 16:12

2M ago16:12

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In this episode, I delve into the concept of identity from a Stoic perspective, prompted by recent thoughts and experiences. I discuss how we often identify with various subordinate identities, such as our gender, profession, nationality, or personal preferences, and how these can sometimes overshadow our true identity. I propose that, according to…

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What Many People Misunderstand About The Dichotomy Of Control (Episode 142) 26:23

2M ago26:23

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In this episode of Stoic Conversations, Michael Tremblay offers a deep dive into one of Stoicism's most popular concepts: the Dichotomy of Control. Drawing from his 2021 article for the Modern Stoicism blog, Tremblay explores common misunderstandings about this principle and provides a more nuanced interpretation aligned with authentic Stoic philos…

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Stoic Paradox 3 - All Vices Are Equal And All Virtues Are Equal 7:07

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- In this episode, we look at Cicero's third Stoic paradox—that all vices are equal and all virtues are equal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Darius Foroux On The Stoic Path To Wealth (Episode 141) 58:19

2M ago58:19

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Should Stoics become rich? What is your relationship to money? Caleb speaks with Darius Foroux about his new book The Stoic Path To Wealth. They discuss a practical investment strategy and how Stoics should think about investing. https://dariusforoux.com/ https://stoicpathtowealth.com/ (00:50) Darius's Story (04:32) Stoicism (11:51) Your Relationsh…

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Be Your Own Master: Only The Philosophical Are Free 5:17

3M ago5:17

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- We often bemoan the restrictions that are placed on us. Whether we feel held back by our many personal responsibilities or stifled by our work environment, we harbor a desire for more f…

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Stoic Practical Wisdom and Prudence (Episode 140) 52:53

3M ago52:53

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The ancient Stoic, Arius Didymus, provided a framework for practical wisdom and prudence. It’s still applicable today. Courage Moderation (02:29) Reading (05:01) Judgment (17:19) View (26:24) Shrewdness (31:11) Discretion (37:38) Soundness of aim (41:31) Resourcefulness *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to …

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Finding Purpose: The Joy of Becoming Good 4:55

3M ago4:55

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☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicism.com/10days --- As we know, Stoicism is a practical philosophy. Theory alone does not improve the skill of being good. Only the struggle of everyday experience improves it. We’re interested in how we m…

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