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What is The View From Above in Stoicism?"Think of the universal substance, of which thou hast a very small portion; and of universal time, of which a short and indivisible interval has been assigned to thee; and of that which is fixed by destiny, and how small a part...

Best Stoic Quotes: The Most Famous Quotes From Stoic Philosophy"Happiness and freedom begin with a clear understanding of one principle. Some things are within your control. And some things are not." - EpictetusEven though the Stoics emphasised action over words in...

Who was Epictetus? A Guide to the Slave-Turned-Stoic-Philosopher “A man should so live that his happiness shall depend as little as possible on external things.” - Epictetus Who was Epictetus?   Epictetus is one of the three most well-known practitioners of...

What are the Stoic Virtues? A Guide to the 4 Cardinal Virtues of Stoicism“The soul that companies with virtue is like an ever-flowing source. It is a pure, clear, and wholesome draught, sweet, rich and generous of its store, that injures not, neither destroys.” -...

Who was Seneca? A Complete History of the Stoic Statesman“The wise man is neither raised up by prosperity nor cast down by adversity.” - SenecaWho was Seneca?   Seneca was a Roman statesman, tragedian, Stoic philosopher, and orator. His full name was Lucius...

Who was Marcus Aurelius? A Complete History of the Philosopher King“Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” - Marcus AureliusWho was Marcus Aurelius?   Marcus Aurelius was the Roman emperor from the year 161 to 180. He was born on 26th...

What is The Inner Citadel in Stoicism?"Nowhere you can go is more peaceful - more free of interruptions - than your own soul." - Marcus AureliusThe Inner Citadel in Stoicism is a concept that has many adaptations, plenty of history and interpretations. The Roman...

Summum Bonum Meaning: Aim For The Highest Good“Just that you do the right thing. The rest doesn't matter. Cold or warm. Tired or well-rested. Despised or honoured. Dying... or busy with other assignments.” - Marcus AureliusSummum Bonum - meaning "Highest Good" - is a...

Amor Fati: Your Guide On How To Love Your Fate“That one wants nothing to be different, not forward, not backwards, not in all eternity. Not merely bear what is necessary, still less conceal it….but love it.” - Friedrich NietzscheAlthough the famous German philosopher...

Marcus Aurelius Quotes - Meditations"It is the definitive text on self-discipline, personal ethics, humility, self-actualization and strength." - Ryan HolidayJust under 2000 years ago, the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius recorded private notes to himself about the...

Stoicism Clothing - Wear the Stoic Philosophy"Don't explain your philosophy. Embody it." - EpictetusThe Stoics were never ones for flamboyancy. Whether that be amazing conceptualisations, hypotheses, theories about how to live life or vanity in the way that they dress...

Memento Mori: Why Remembering Death Will Change Your Life"You could leave life right now. Let that determine what you do and say and think." - Marcus AureliusMemento Mori is a concept that dates back thousands of years but that has been mostly associated with and...

Journal Like a Stoic - 6 Benefits of Putting Pen to Paper"Look well into thyself; there is a source of strength which will always spring up if thou wilt always look." - Marcus AureliusThe Stoics were one of history’s biggest proponents of journaling. Epictetus said...

Stoicism Will Get You Through Challenging Times "To bear trials with a calm mind robs misfortune of its strength and burden." - Seneca If you are somewhat familiar with Stoicism, you will know that Stoics relish the difficult and more challenging times. Life is a...

What Is Stoicism?"Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one." - Marcus AureliusStoicism is an ancient philosophy that dates back over two thousand years. Unlike other forms of philosophy that usually prioritise lots of thinking and abstract...