What Is Telos? Telos (τέλος) in Stoicism is the ultimate goal or purpose of human life, the end toward which all actions should aim. The Stoic telos is to live in agreement with nature, which means living rationally and virtuously. Understanding telos helps us orient every decision, desire, and effort […] The post What Is Telos? Understanding the Stoic Meaning and Practice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
A book review of Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning, the story of a psychiatrist’s survival in Nazi concentration camps and the creation of Logotherapy, a therapy centered on finding purpose even in suffering.| Via Stoica
“What harm is there while you are kissing your child to say softly, ‘Tomorrow you will die’.” Epictetus, the Discourses, Book 3, Chapter 24.87 Gratitude is not usually the first word that comes to mind when people think of Stoicism. Many see Stoicism as a philosophy of detachment, calm, reasoned, […] The post The Stoic View on Gratitude – How to Find Peace in the Present appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
What Is Heimarmene? Heimarmene in Stoicism is the concept of fate, the rational order of cause and effect that governs the universe. It means that everything unfolds through a connected chain of events shaped by reason (logos). For the Stoics, understanding Heimarmene helps us accept what happens without despair or […] The post What Is Heimarmene? Understanding the Stoic Meaning and Practice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
What Does It Mean to Love Your Fate? To practice Amor Fati means to love one’s fate, not just to accept it, but to embrace and love it. To affirm everything that happens as necessary and good for the whole. The phrase, meaning “love of fate,” comes from Friedrich Nietzsche, […] The post How to Practice Amor Fati: The Stoic Art of Loving Your Fate appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
To think for yourself like a Stoic means questioning assumptions, testing ideas through reason, and trusting your own judgment rather than blindly following others. “Besides, a man who follows someone else not only does not find anything, he is not even looking.” Seneca, Letters From a Stoic, Letter XXXIII In […] The post How to Think for Yourself Like a Stoic appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
The Stoic Archer “The archer ought to do all in his power to aim straight at the target.” Cicero, On Ends, Book 3.6 What does a bow, an arrow, and a target have to do with philosophy? In Stoicism, everything. The image of the Stoic archer reminds us that while […] The post The Stoic Archer: How to Aim, Act, and Let Go appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
To build self-worth like a Stoic means to measure your value by your character and actions, not by what others think or what you possess. “It starts with knowing yourself, and what value you set upon yourself.” Epictetus, Discourses, Book 1, Chapter 2.11 Modern life constantly pushes us to compare […] The post How to Build Self-Worth Like a Stoic appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
What is Boulesis? Boulesis in Stoicism is the rational will or moral desire directed toward what is truly good. It reflects the inner movement of the soul that seeks virtue and harmony with nature. While passions pull us toward pleasure and away from pain, boulēsis is guided by reason; it’s […] The post What Is Boulesis? Understanding the Stoic Meaning and Practice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
To understand Marcus Aurelius’ view on change means seeing life as a constant flow, everything is in motion, nothing stands still, and peace comes from accepting that truth. “Some things are rushing into existence, others out of it. Some of what now exists is already gone. Change and flux constantly […] The post What is Marcus Aurelius’ view on change? appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Explore Seneca’s Stoic view on pleasure and freedom. Learn how detachment from desire leads to real happiness and independence of mind.| 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
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
