Stoicism Explained In 30 Seconds

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March 18, 2024

We have 30 seconds.

Someone asks you what Stoicism is and how it can change their life.

What do you respond?

It can help you build an iron mindset?

Nah, too generic.

It can help you live a better life?

What does that even mean? More money? More pleasure? Less pain?

It can help you go through life’s most difficult times?

Now we’re going somewhere.

Well, here’s what Epictetus would say Stoicism is, very simply.

“Stoicism is all about mastering yourself and taking responsibility for everything that happens to you. It's about facing challenges with courage, accepting what you can't change, and focusing on what's within your control. It helps you find peace in the midst of chaos, strength in adversity, and clarity in confusion. It's not just a philosophy, it's a way of life that empowers you to live with purpose and resilience, no matter what life throws your way.”

-Epictetus

Now, that’s a good response.

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And if they still want to continue living life a slave, well, I guess, that’s just the story of their lives.

Till Next Time,

Said The Stoic