stoicism
focus on making choices that honor your best self
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“Where is Good? In our reasoned choices. Where is Evil? In our reasoned choices. Where is that which is neither Good nor Evil? In the things outside of our own reasoned choice.”
– Epictetus, Discourses, 2.16.1
In the ancient Indian epic Ramayana, Vibheeshan, Ravan’s younger
stop caring about what other people think
“I’m constantly amazed by how easily we love ourselves above all others, yet we put more stock in the opinions of others than in our own estimation of self. . . . How much credence we give to the opinions our peers have of us and how little to our very own!
a heartfelt prayer for cultivating the stoic virtue of courage
Dear God,
Grant me the heart of a lion, that I may face each trial with fortitude. Let not fear cloud my judgment nor doubt cripple my resolve.
Instill in me the courage to act justly, even when the path is fraught with adversity. Let me stand tall in the
the stoic who turned pale in a storm
In Aulus Gellius' The Attic Nights, there's a fascinating tale about a Stoic philosopher who found himself in a dire situation at sea. This anecdote, to be specific, describes the Stoic doctrine concerning involuntary emotional reactions or “proto-passions” (propatheiai), and thus, paints a vivid picture of human
the stoic mantra to overcome all adversities
“Let us not wait for other people to come to us and call upon us to do great deeds. Let us instead be the first to summon the rest to the path of honor. Show yourself to be the bravest of all the captains, with more of a right to
the mighty lion: a symbol of courage through the ages
Throughout history, the lion has held an enduring position as a potent symbol of courage. From the sprawling savannas of ancient Africa to the bustling metropolises of our modern world, the image of this majestic creature evokes profound feelings of bravery, strength, and unwavering determination. Its presence within folklore, mythology,
how the ancient stoics embodied courage
The ancient Stoic philosophers believed that living a virtuous life according to reason and nature was the path to true happiness and fulfillment. Of the four cardinal virtues – wisdom, justice, temperance, and courage – they saw courage as particularly important and inspirational.
To the Stoics, courage meant having an unwavering strength
stoic courage: facing life’s storms with virtue
For the Stoics, courage wasn't just the ability to charge fearlessly into battle. It was a cornerstone of a fulfilling life, a virtue that allowed one to navigate the inevitable challenges and uncertainties of existence. Unlike the fleeting bravery of the warrior, Stoic courage is a deep-seated fortitude,
lessons on courage and bravery from star wars
The Star Wars saga, with its sweeping narratives of good versus evil, is a timeless source of inspiration for those seeking lessons on courage and bravery. Within the fantastical realms of the galaxy far, far away, ordinary individuals become extraordinary heroes, facing unimaginable dangers in a testament to the indomitable