Stoicism is popular today but often misunderstood and misapplied. In fact, a naive interpretation of Stoicism is damaging to your well-being.
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Philosophers Massimo Pigliucci and Greg Lopez discuss how Stoicism can help us gain perspective on our emotions and act with intention in the world.
The Serenity Prayer is nice — until the missiles come raining down on your city.
Stoicism is a big deal right now, but it has some major flaws. Here's why you might want to hold off on becoming a Stoic.
“We suffer more often in the imagination than in reality.”
Commodus lived the anti-Stoic life, pursuing lust, narcissism, and self-indulgence.
Chloé Valdary shares the ancient Stoic principle that can defeat modern despair.
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Like many of us, the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius hated waking up early, but his stoic philosophy always helped him get out of bed.
Modern applications of Stoicism show up in unexpected places, from the latest techniques in psychotherapy to texts on Christian theology.
Stoicism says that we should change what we can, endure what we must. The company we keep is something we can, and often should, change.
Dive into seven texts that continue to shape Western philosophy, from ancient Mesopotamia to Greece's brightest minds.
Most philosophers merely contemplate the world, but what about the ones who actually tried to change it?
In the philosophy of Star Wars, the Sith are evil because they surrender to passion. But is a life of total rationality a “good” life?
How imagining the worst case scenario can help calm anxiety.
In his new book "Courage is Calling: Fortune Favors the Brave," Ryan Holiday explores the virtue of courage and how to overcome fear.
Chloé Valdary — founder of Theory of Enchantment — explores two essential practices for generating the team “magic” that drove Apple under Steve Jobs.
Dive into five philosophical schools that have faded into obscurity but still whisper through the ages.
Seek pleasure and avoid pain. Why make it more complicated?
Non-Western thought is vast and ancient, so why don't some consider it philosophy?
Why saying, "I don't know," might be the best thing you can do.
Time will tell what the reign of Charles III will look like, but one thing is for sure: the “new Elizabethan age” is long gone.
It's a common misconception that to be a Stoic is to be in possession of a stiff upper lip.
Even tyrants and despots offer wisdom worth heeding.
Which philosopher had the strongest arguments? David Hume, who raised some of the best challenges for science, ethics, and religion.
Diogenes was no doubt odd, but Cynicism might just help our overcrowded lives.
Cognitive behavioral therapy has the Stoics to thank for inspiring this field.
Ever had trouble finding reason to get out of bed? Marcus Aurelius has some advice for you.