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From Grieving to Gratitude: A Stoic Approach
Introduction Grief is one of life’s great inevitabilities. At some point, we all feel its weight—a dull ache, a wave of tears, or the sharp sting of loss. It’s a universal experience, but…
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On Living in Accordance with Nature
The pursuit of a flourishing life—a life filled with virtue, tranquility, and purpose—has been a subject of philosophical inquiry since the dawn of human reasoning. The Stoics, whose insights remain persistently relevant, argued…
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The Roles and Duties of a Citizen as Assigned by Fate
The Timeless Wisdom of Stoic Philosophy In a world increasingly divided by political strife and social unrest, the wisdom of ancient philosophers may seem outdated—yet, Stoic philosophy holds the key to healing our…
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Stoic Opposition: A Personal Path of Resistance and Resilience
Over the past several years of study,I have read about the Stoic Opposition. Stoic Opposition – Wikipedia. In this blog post, I will delve into how embracing stoic opposition can bring about profound…
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Practicing Stoic Judgments and Their Inner Discourse
“It’s not things that upset us, but our judgment about things.” Epictetus In the journey of practicing Stoic philosophy, one fundamental principle stands out: we react not to events themselves, but to our…
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Harnessing Stoic Wisdom: Practical Steps to Flourish in Modern Life
Purpose Statement My purpose for writing about Stoicism is to share with interested readers and fellow prokoptôns how, by practicing Stoicism, one can live a more flourishing life. My intentions are to focus…
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The Four Cardinal Virtues of Stoicism
The Core of Stoic Philosophy: Understanding and Practice It’s one thing to amass knowledge about Stoicism, delving into its rich philosophical heritage and understanding its tenets. Yet, it’s an entirely different endeavor to…