During these dark, strange times, it can be easy to become overwhelmed. Many people have turned to a practice popularized in Ancient Greece: stoicism.
Is this disciplined, focused practice a great philosophy to abide by in the modern era? Or is it more trouble than it's worth? How do we find balance? Los and Bertram discuss these things.
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Will Santino "No. More. Lemons." | Instagram
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
Epictetus - How To Be A Stoic (Stoicism) | YouTube
There Are Two Kinds of Happy People | The Atlantic
Stoicism in a time of pandemic: how Marcus Aurelius can help | The Guardian
Preparing Your Mind for Uncertain Times | The Atlantic
What would Seneca say? Six Stoic tips for surviving lockdown | The Conversation
Opinion: If You’re Reading Stoicism for Life Hacks, You’re Missing the Point | New York Times
Stoicism, Feminism and Autonomy - Scott Aikin & Emily McGill-Rutherford (Read full the full paper via PDF HERE)
9 ways to stay calm during the coronavirus crisis by using stoic philosophy | BBC Radio
