“If you do the job in a principled way, with diligence, energy, and patience, if you keep yourself free of distractions, and keep the spirit inside you undamaged as if you might have to give it back at any moment – if you embrace this without fear or expectations – […] The post Stoic Fulfillment in Practice: Marcus Aurelius on Principled Living appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
“If you shape your life according to nature, you will never be poor; if according to people’s opinions, you will never be rich.” Seneca, Letters From a Stoic, Letter XVI Seneca draws a sharp contrast between two ways of living: by nature, or by opinion. The position of Stoic philosophy […] The post Stoic Philosophy on Wealth: Seneca on Nature and True Riches appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Introduction Ataraxia (ἀταραξία) is often translated as tranquility or peace of mind. In simple terms, it describes a state of being undisturbed by worry, fear, or excessive desire. For Stoics, this calmness is not passive indifference but the active result of living in harmony with reason, virtue, and nature. Why […] The post What Is Ataraxia? Understanding the Stoic Meaning and Practice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
“Philosophers exhort us not to be contented with mere learning, but to add practice also, and then training.” Epictetus, Discourses, Book 2, Chapter 9.13 Epictetus cuts straight to the heart of philosophy: knowledge without practice is empty. For the Stoics, reading and studying were never enough. What matters is what […] The post Stoic Practice and Training: Why Epictetus Said Learning Alone Is Not Enough appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Introduction: Living in Accord with Human Nature The Stoic discipline of action (Greek: hormē, Latin: actio) is about how we live in relation to others and the world. While the discipline of desire governs how we orient ourselves toward what is and is not under our control, and the discipline […] The post How to Practice the Stoic Discipline of Action appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Discover how Marcus Aurelius taught Stoic cheerfulness — a resilient, inner serenity that doesn’t depend on others. Learn practical ways to apply this timeless lesson to your daily life.| Via Stoica
“For the wise man regards wealth as a slave, the fool as a master, the wise man accords no importance to wealth, but in your eyes wealth is everything.” Seneca, Dialogues and Essays, On the Happy Life, 26 Seneca’s words strike at the core of one of humanity’s oldest temptations, […] The post What Is the Stoic View on Wealth? Seneca’s Timeless Advice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
What is Autarkeia? Autarkeia (αὐτάρκεια) is the ancient Greek word for self-sufficiency or contentment through independence. In Stoicism, it doesn’t mean isolating yourself or rejecting all help from others. Instead, it’s about cultivating an inner strength so your well-being doesn’t depend on external events, possessions, or the opinions of others. […] The post What Is Autarkeia (αὐτάρκεια)? Understanding the Stoic Meaning Practice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
“…you have not been invited to such a person’s banquet, because you have not paid him the price for which a meal is sold. It is sold for praise; it is sold for attention. Make up the price, then, if that is to your advantage. But if you would at […] The post Stoic View on Praise and Flattery: A Warning by Epictetus on Seeking Approval appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Introduction – The Gateway to Freedom In Stoic philosophy, your freedom begins in a single moment, the instant you decide whether to agree with what appears before your mind. This moment is called assent (synkatathesis, συγκατάθεσις), the voluntary act of the mind in accepting, rejecting, or suspending judgment about an […] The post How to Practice the Stoic Discipline of Assent appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Learn the Stoic approach to dealing with others from Marcus Aurelius. Discover how to navigate relationships with either instruction or endurance, and how Stoic teachings can guide your interactions.| Via Stoica
Prohairesis is your moral faculty of choice in Stoic philosophy. Learn what it means, why it matters, and how to practice it with clarity and confidence.| Via Stoica
Learn how Marcus Aurelius teaches us to listen with presence and purpose. Discover Stoic listening skills that build empathy, wisdom, and inner calm.| Via Stoica
Learn what propatheia (προπάθεια) means in Stoicism and how to apply this concept of pre-emotion to build calm, clarity, and emotional control.| Via Stoica
Learn the Stoic view on detachment from loved ones. Epictetus teaches us to love without clinging and find peace in impermanence. A reflection on real Stoic love and presence.| Via Stoica
Stoic Wisdom for Managing Anxiety We are currently inundated with perspectives and opinions that are presented as fact. While this is due to many factors, you could certainly blame the| Craemer Consulting
This post is a list of books that I read in the fourth quarter of 2024, including Euripides, The Stoic Emperor, The Intelligent Investor, The Trail, and more.| The Rational Walk
As many of my regular readers know, I’m a mystic, a Christian mystic, I’m not an orthodox believer, I’ve never been one for the crowd or the mob. I’ve always Continue Reading| The Stand Up Philosophers
I first found a definition for Stoicism and Stoic philosophy by chance around 15 years ago when I picked up a copy of Philosophy for Life and Other Dangerous| Orion Philosophy
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What follows is a (very) casual reflection on my view, as a Catholic, of the appropriate ecumenical apologetic Catholics should offer to evangelicals/protestants when asked what we believe about wh…| Tyler Journeaux
