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Habits of Mind & stoicism

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Stoicism | How Marcus Aurelius Keeps Calm

Needless to say, Marcus Aurelius was a busy man, carrying the burden of leadership over an empire, and all the stress that comes from this. His work, Meditations, gives us an idea of how he coped.

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Stoicism | How Epictetus Keeps Calm

The works of Epictetus reveal the importance of tranquility, and that we should value this over lesser things like money, reputation, and even the body.

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3 Stoic Ways of Letting Go

What did the Stoics teach about letting go?

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FindCenterYou have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.

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Meditations

Marcus Aurelius was born in Rome in 121 AD and would be its Emperor from 161 to 180. Considered by Machiavelli as the last of the good Emperors, Marcus Aurelius would become one of the most important of the Stoic philosophers.

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How to Be a Stoic

The first line of Epictetus’ manual of ethical advice, the Enchiridion—“Some things are in our control and others not”—made me feel that a weight was being lifted off my chest.

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Epictetus and Stoicism: The Wisdom of the Slave Philosopher

In this video we explore the ideas of the Ancient Stoic philosopher Epictetus.

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FindCenterThe happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.

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Epictetus: Discourses, Books 1–2

Epictetus was a crippled Greek slave of Phrygia during Nero’s reign (54–68 CE) who heard lectures by the Stoic Musonius before he was freed. Expelled with other philosophers by the emperor Domitian in 89 or 92 he settled permanently in Nicopolis in Epirus.

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The Manual: A Philosopher’s Guide to Life

The Manual is a collection of Epictetus’ essential teachings and pithy sayings, compiled by his closet student. It is the most accessible and actionable guide to Stoic philosophy, as relevant today as it was in the Roman Empire.

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