In this episode, Doug boils down the rich Greco-Roman philosophical tradition of stoicism into its key elements. Armed with quotes from stoic philosophers, ideas from modern stoic practitioners, and lots of movie lore; Doug will discuss five of the key tenets of stoicism (adapted from reddit.com/r/stoicism by u/ElAround):
1. “Of all existing things some are in our power, and others are not in our power.”
2. "Try how the life of the good man suits thee..."
3. "The man who truly trains is he who disciplines himself to face impressions..."
4. "Do not set your heart on (gifts), and they will not be (needed)..."
5. "Humans are unique among animals because divinity gifted them the ability to reason. Because they can reason, they can act in virtue and vice."
