Episode 123: Embrace a Stoic Mindset: Epictetus' Powerful Teachings

04/12/2023 24 min
Episode 123: Embrace a Stoic Mindset: Epictetus' Powerful Teachings

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Episode Synopsis

Explore the transformative power of Stoicism with key principles from Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius. Learn how to achieve inner peace and remain composed under pressure.
This episode delves into the dichotomy of control, helping you navigate life's challenges with a Stoic mindset. Discover methods to cultivate tranquility and a growth-oriented outlook.
Get insights into important Stoic practices and teachings from renowned philosophers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca.
Key Moments

00:00 - Intro

01:21 - LISTEN TWICE AS MUCH AS YOU SPEAK.

02:32 - DON'T ALLOW THE COMMENTS AND ATTITUDES OF OTHERS CONTROL YOUR LIFE.

03:50 - BE READY TO ACCEPT THE WORST.

05:12 - DON'T BE AFRAID OF FAILING BECAUSE IT IS THE ONLY WAY TO PROGRESS.

06:34 - KEEP IT SIMPLE.

07:55 - PRACTICE HUMILITY INTO YOUR LIFE.

09:15 - BE AWARE OF THE DANGERS OF FORTUNE.

10:39 - DO NOT CLING TO A SINGLE HOPE.

11:35 - ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR MORTALITY.

12:50 - A CONTENT SPIRIT IS TRUE WEALTH.

13:53 - GUILT IS A TRAP

14:56 - MAKE FRIENDS WITH WINNERS.

16:06 - YOUR REACTIONS DETERMINE YOUR FUTURE.

17:12 - FULFILL YOUR DUTY

18:10 - IGNORE THOSE WHO HATE YOU

19:07 - FRIENDSHIP IS ABOVE WEALTH

20:01 - ALWAYS LOOK FOR THE GOOD IN THINGS

20:47 - Let go of what you can’t control.

21:26 - Conclusion

21:44 - More Stoic Wisdom

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00:00: Intro01:21: LISTEN TWICE AS MUCH AS YOU SPEAK.02:32: DON'T ALLOW THE COMMENTS AND ATTITUDES OF OTHERS CONTROL YOUR LIFE.03:50: BE READY TO ACCEPT THE WORST.05:12: DON'T BE AFRAID OF FAILING BECAUSE IT IS THE ONLY WAY TO PROGRESS.06:34: KEEP IT SIMPLE.07:55: PRACTICE HUMILITY INTO YOUR LIFE.09:15: BE AWARE OF THE DANGERS OF FORTUNE.10:39: DO NOT CLING TO A SINGLE HOPE.11:35: ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR MORTALITY.12:50: A CONTENT SPIRIT IS TRUE WEALTH.13:53: GUILT IS A TRAP14:56: MAKE FRIENDS WITH WINNERS.16:06: YOUR REACTIONS DETERMINE YOUR FUTURE.17:12: FULFILL YOUR DUTY18:10: IGNORE THOSE WHO HATE YOU19:07: FRIENDSHIP IS ABOVE WEALTH20:01: ALWAYS LOOK FOR THE GOOD IN THINGS20:47: Let go of what you can’t control.21:26: Conclusion21:44: More Stoic Wisdom
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