최고 Stoicism 팟캐스트 (2024)

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How To Think Like Socrates (Interview With Donald Robertson) 1:47:55

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Donald Robertson’s new book How To Think Like Socrates will be a welcome release for anyone keen to delve into the life of the man often referred to as the grandfather of Western philosophy. Almost all philosophical schools after Socrates traced their roots to him, including the Stoics. In this episode, I talk to Donald about the book and what we c…

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Announcement things! 2:01

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The day is here, the book is now available and I hope you'll get a copy. Also, go ad-free for life for just $100. Get the book here: https://stoicismpod.com/book Go ad-free for life here: https://stoicismpod.com/lifer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices저자 Tanner Campbell

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Bryan Caplan on Epicureanism, Agency, and Self-Help (Episode 158) 58:48

1d ago58:48

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Bryan Caplan, economist and bestselling author, discusses practical wisdom from modern economics and ancient philosophy. He argues against medicalization of human behavior, champions personal agency, and reveals why appeasement often beats confrontation. Caplan shows how lessons from economics can serve as self-help and why creating a "social bubbl…

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Cicero on the hypocrisy of certain philosophers

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“This is the effect of philosophy, which is the medicine of our souls: it banishes all groundless apprehensions, frees us from desires, and drives away fears: but it has not the same influence over all people; it is of very great influence when it falls in with a disposition well adapted to it. … For how few philosophers will you meet with, whose l…

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How Stoicism Frames Life, Death, and the Importance of Living Well (Meditations 2.14) 18:12

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In this episode, I examine Meditation 14 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the nature of time and the present moment. Marcus emphasizes that we cannot lose the past, as it no longer exists, nor the future, as it has yet to arrive. The only thing we can truly lose is the present moment, which is fleeting and finite. He re…

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Why Ignorance of Nature’s Law Is Life’s Greatest Tragedy (Meditations 2.13) 21:37

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In this episode, I review Meditation 13 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the futility of constantly seeking to understand or judge others instead of focusing on our own alignment with Nature. Marcus references Pindar to illustrate how some people waste their lives in endless speculation, failing to see that true fulfill…

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A Short Exercise For Dealing With Future Worry 4:27

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Let’s face a worry together using this time we have carved out specifically for our philosophical practice. It’s a short exercise, so there’s no need to rush. ---- ☀️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acas…

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You Are Not Your Thoughts But You Are How You Think (Episode 157) 48:57

8d ago48:57

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Michael and Caleb explore how understanding ourselves as our faculty of choice—not our bodies, possessions, or reputation—transforms our approach to life's challenges. Learn how clarifying what we are (and aren't) guides self-improvement and decision-making, unlocks insights in Stoic theory, and ultimately leads to a more tranquil existence. (06:10…

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The Formula For Human Greatness 4:48

14d ago4:48

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The formula for human greatness: it’s a grand proposition that there would even be one but is it really as simple as loving what happens? ---- ☀️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor…

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The Stoic's Guide to Perspective: Epictetus's Handbook 26 (Episode 156) 26:35

15d ago26:35

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Why Epictetus tells us to compare our suffering to others. This simple exercise can help you in times of crisis. Join Michael as he breaks down Epictetus’s Handbook 26. *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe Download the Stoa app (it’s a free download): h…

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Accepting Mortality: Marcus Aurelius on the Purpose of Death (Meditations 2.12) 15:43

15d ago15:43

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In this episode, I discuss Meditation 12 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the transient nature of life, death, and the things we often fear or desire. Marcus emphasizes that everything in the Universe is impermanent, including our bodies, desires, and even the monuments we create. These fleeting aspects of life, he sugg…

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Plato on knowledge as the source of happiness

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“I put my questions to Lysis: ‘I suppose, Lysis, your father and mother love you very much?’ ‘Of course,’ he replied. ‘Then they’d want you to be as happy as possible?’ ‘Naturally.’ ‘Do you think that a man is happy when he’s a slave and allowed to do nothing he desires?’ ‘Heavens, no, I don’t,’ he said. ‘Then if your father and mother love you and…

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A Stoic Alien Reports On The Humans 5:32

21d ago5:32

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In this episode, I explore a fun writing prompt that can help achieve the powerful perspective of Stoic objectivity. It's reminiscent of an exercise Marcus Aurelius described to himself as follows: “This should be your practice throughout all your life: when things have such a plausible appearance, show them naked, see their shoddiness, strip away …

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Spencer Klavan on Science vs. Religion (and Why the Stoics Were Not Materialists) (Episode 155) 58:14

22d ago58:14

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Has Science proven that the world is nothing more than a physical machine without overarching purpose? Spencer Klavan’s most recent book answers with an emphatic no. Ancient philosophy and modern science reveal that the worldview of materialism is not enough. Instead, our picture of the world must include mind as a fundamental ingredient – just as …

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Living Without Fear: Lessons on Death & Purpose (Meditations 2.11) 25:43

23d ago25:43

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In this episode, I discuss Meditation 11 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reminds us to live each moment as if death could come at any time, encouraging a focus on living virtuously. Marcus addresses the nature of death and the existence of gods, framing them in a way that reduces fear. He explains that if gods exist, they are just…

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Suggested Readings

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From “Transhumanism and misanthropy,” Daily Philosophy. Transhumanism and misanthropy. I recently saw a graffito announcing 'Humanity sucks!' Without knowing what the artist meant, one can imagine. The human world as we know it is a world of violence, greed, selfishness, and zealous self-destructiveness. Inequality, hatred, and indifference corrupt…

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A Daily Way To Exemplify Stoic Character 5:11

29d ago5:11

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A discourse from Epictetus and three entertaining stories of Stoic philosophers to provide good examples of ways in which today, no matter what happens, we can always exercise our freedom of will. ---- ☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Free Stoic 10-day series: https://whatisstoicis…

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Why Most Things Do Not Matter: Indifferents (Episode 154) 14:19

29d ago14:19

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What if the things you obsess over daily don't ultimately matter? The ancient Stoics had a radical idea: most of what we chase - wealth, fame, even health - is neither good nor bad. They called these things "indifferents." In this episode, Caleb reads his short piece on indifferents and adds additional commentary. Read the piece: https://www.stoale…

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Habituation and the Practice of Stoic Virtue (Meditations 2.10) 21:39

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In this episode, I cover Meditation 10 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the comparison between faults driven by anger and those driven by desire. He references Theophrastus, who argued that errors rooted in pleasure and appetite are graver than those caused by anger. I explore this idea, explaining how Stoics view actio…

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Epictetus on people with a hardened reasoning faculty

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“If a man resists truths that are all too evident, in opposing him it is not easy to find an argument by which one may cause him to change his opinion. The reason for this is neither the man’s ability nor the teacher’s weakness; nay, when a man who has been trapped in an argument hardens to stone, how shall one any longer deal with him by argument?…

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What Are Your Roles In Life? 5:34

1M ago5:34

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In his book Being Better, Kai Whiting tells us that the Stoic philosopher Panaetius established the idea that everyone has four roles in life. In this episode, we look at what those roles are and how we can perform them as well as possible. ---- ☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete. Fre…

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Embracing The Logic Of The Cosmos (Meditations 2.9) 12:47

1M ago12:47

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In this episode, I reflect on Meditation 9 from Book 2 of Meditations. Marcus Aurelius reminds us to always remember the nature of the Cosmos and our place within it. He emphasizes that the Cosmos is a rational and self-sustaining system, and as part of it, we share in that logic and beneficence. Marcus urges us to act in accordance with Nature, me…

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Epictetus on Insults, Fortitude, and Doing Your Best (Episode 153) 35:14

1M ago35:14

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In this episode, Michael and Caleb break down Handbook 42, where Epictetus lays out Socratic Intellectualism and explains why people's harsh words say more about them than you This episode will challenge your assumptions about conflict and equip you with practical Stoic tools for navigating a world of criticism and misunderstanding. (00:52) Epictet…

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Cicero on the value of philosophy

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“For my part, Brutus, I am perfectly persuaded that it is expedient for me to philosophize; for what can I do better, especially as I have no regular occupation? But I am not for limiting my philosophy to a few subjects; for philosophy is a matter in which it is difficult to acquire a little knowledge without acquainting yourself with many, or all …

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Three Short Questions To Know Yourself Better 4:55

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Three philosophical questions, courtesy of the late poet John O'Donohue, to ask yourself today and help inform the actions you take. ---- ☀️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…

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The Stoic Wealth Mindset (Episode 152) 34:57

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Money talks, but what do the Stoics say about it? In this episode, Caleb and Michael dive into the relationship between Stoicism and wealth. They explore the risks of chasing riches, the virtue of moderation, and why philosophy should come before your bank account. You'll hear Epictetus' take on why honesty trumps money-making and Seneca's surprisi…

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Mind the business of your own mind (Meditations 2.8) 9:43

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In this episode, I discuss Meditation 8 from Book 2 of Meditations. Marcus Aurelius reflects on how people rarely suffer from not understanding the thoughts of others but are bound to suffer if they don’t observe their own thoughts. I explain how spending too much time worrying about what others think leaves us no energy to examine our own thoughts…

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How To Leave The Past Behind 4:56

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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

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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. Reasons Not To Worry (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 A…

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Are you focused on something useful? (Meditations 2.7) 12:03

2M 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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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

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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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Making morally just decisions (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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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

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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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Act with precision, dignity, and love (Meditations 2.5) 20:16

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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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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

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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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How many second chances have you already wasted? (Meditations 2.4) 27:45

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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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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

3M 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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Change is not our enemy (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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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

3M ago39:15

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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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Start paying attention, or else (Meditations 2.2) 31:27

3M ago31:27

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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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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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Viewing others with compassion (Meditations 2.1) 29:23

3M 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

3M ago57:01

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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

3M 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

3M 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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