The Socratic Sessions29 Nov 2024

Stoicism Explored: Ancient Wisdom & Modern Life | William B. Irvine | The Socratic Sessions | Ep #22

🔍 Overview: This episode with Professor William B. Irvine explores Stoicism's roots in Ancient Greece and Rome, explores its connection to religion and psychology, and discusses how Stoic principles like negative visualisation, the trichotomy of control, and bedtime meditation can help us navigate life's challenges. We'll also examine the concept of happiness as a by-product, the role of setbacks as Stoic tests, and how reflecting on death can deepen our understanding of life.

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🗣️ Highlights

[Highlight 1]: How did Stoicism start, and why is it so lucky that we know about it at all today?

[Highlight 2]: Is a belief in God or 'The Gods' required to practice Stoicism?

[Highlight 3]: What tools does Stoicism allow us to deploy to examine our lives and live more fully?

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William's Website

A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy by William B Irvine

The Stoic Challenge: A Philosopher's Guide to Becoming Tougher, Calmer, and More Resilient by William B Irvine

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

Letters from a Stoic: Epistulae Morales Ad Lucilium by Seneca

The Stoic Path on Waking Up by William B. Irvine

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