How To Speak Like A Stoic
If you’ve mastered the art of peaceful speech, then it is likely that you have a very firm grasp over your guiding principles. If you have mastered the art of the pause in speech, then it is likely that you have clear convictions and great self-confidence. Truthful,...
What The Death Of Marcus Aurelius Teaches Us About Life
Marcus Aurelius died in a cold, dark place, but his last words shined bright with a message of hope: “Go to the rising sun, for I am already setting.” He delivered these words not to a beloved, but to a guard of the night’s watch in his military camp near the...
Memento Vivere: How To Live With Agency, Gratitude & Engagement
Antipater is a lesser-known Stoic, yet he was head of the school during a period that saw Stoicism extend to public life. Stoic philosophers were sent on diplomatic missions. Some advised kings. But Antipater’s contributions brought Stoicism closer to home. He was...
Indifferents In Stoicism Explained Through Gain, Loss, Pleasure & Pain
In the pivotal Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals, Michael Jordan battled a severe flu, yet soared to iconic heights. Against the surging Utah Jazz, he defied physical limits, sinking clutch shots and leading the Chicago Bulls to a crucial victory. His resilience showcased...
Memento Mori: Embracing Life’s Impermanence In The Digital Age
In the age of smartphones, social media, and endless distractions, the ancient Stoic concept of Memento Mori has never been more relevant. Loosely translated as "Remember that you must die," Memento Mori serves as a powerful reminder of our mortality and the fleeting...
The Stoic Concept Of Summum Bonum: The Stoic North Star
There can only be one priority. If you think about it, the plural of the word priority is nonsensical. Priority means the most important thing. There can’t be two most important things. Having a sole priority is useful in business, but it’s also indispensable for...
Stoic Amor Fati: Turning Fate Into Your Ally
The meaning of amor fati is nestled inside this short story: There was an old farmer who had a herd of horses. One day, the horses broke through the fence and the whole herd ran off into the wild. On hearing the unfortunate news, the old farmer’s neighbor came over...
Stoic Parenting: 6 Life Lessons From A New Father
Years ago, a good friend told me that having kids is the best way to renew your life. He had taken holidays in many different countries. He had eaten in loads of great restaurants. He was really good at his job. But, nothing was thrilling anymore. Experientially, he...
Ataraxia: How Stoics Achieve Equanimity
Let’s paint a picture. Imagine drops of water landing on a lotus leaf and sliding down and off. The drop doesn’t linger. It makes its impact and then flows with gravity until it is gone. The lotus leaf is aware of the drop—it feels it—but it does not reject, retain,...
Master The Art Of Acquiescence For Resilience & Perspective
A murder at 5AM in Brooklyn ended one man’s life and changed another’s forever. The man whose life was changed was Derrick Hamilton. Just 17 years old, he was arrested for the murder. This was terrifying for Derrick, because he did not commit the murder. He thought...
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