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Seneca reminds us that -- although we live in the here and now -- we profit from reflecting on our mistakes, so long as we do not indulge emotionally on them. Regret is not a Stoic value. Learning is. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

Pay attention to the past in order to tackle the future

2019-02-1800:02:451

We take a look at one of the most famous metaphors in Stoicism, the notion put forth by Marcus Aurelius that life is a bit like wrestling: we need to be prepared and alert, because the next move may be unexpected. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

Life is more like wrestling than dancing

2019-02-1500:02:591

Seneca reminds us that logic is crucial in order to figure out how to live a good life. But logic chopping is actually deleterious to it. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

Too much logic is not good for your health

2019-02-1400:03:061

Seneca reminds us that there is a difference among the so-called indifferents. Life, health, and education, for instance, are a bit more highly ranked than your favorite gelato flavor. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

Not all indifferents are created equal

2019-02-1300:03:162

In our 300th episode we look at how Seneca very clearly separates Stoicism (the philosophy) from stoicism (the attitude of going through life with a stiff upper lip). Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

The difference between Stoicism and stoicism

2019-02-1200:03:002

Seneca reminds us that we should interpret other people's actions and words in a generous manner, instead of conjuring the worst possible scenario. It is, after all, the way we would like to be treated. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

Be magnanimous toward others

2019-02-1100:03:004

Epictetus, with his sarcastic sense of humor, reminds a student that he doesn't need to pray to deal with a bad situation. He already has all the tools he needs: courage, fortitude, and endurance. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

Do you still need somebody to wipe your nose?

2019-02-0800:03:022

If the Pope or the Dalai Lama say that being good is its own reward, usually people take it at face value. But if a Stoic says it, they demand logical proof. Let's discuss this. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

Virtue is its own reward

2019-02-0700:03:171

Seneca gets to the bottom line of Stoic philosophy: If you wish to set a value on yourself, put away your money, your estates, your honors, and look into your own character. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

How much are you worth?

2019-02-0600:02:521

Seneca agrees with Epicurus: fear of death and poverty is crippling, and we need to work toward overcoming it. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/stoicmeditations/support

Get rid of fear of death and poverty

2019-02-0500:03:231

Comments (22)

Facundo Pegue

explain please ayn rand and stoics ,thanks

Feb 1st

ID

fantastic antidote to the current news cycle.

Jan 18th

Sonal Pandey

Awesome episodes, only wish the content were a bit longer than the ads.

Jan 9th

amazing. thank you maximo.

Dec 11th

amazing

Dec 6th

Ben fox

thNks to you. amazing

Dec 5th

amazing episode. thank you. and i'm reading meditations. the best way of reading and learning it's with your teachings podcasts. thank you

Nov 27th

amazing, thank you.

Nov 23rd

Nov 20th

thank you

Nov 17th

thank you.

Nov 7th

moody

Love your podcast but would be awesome if you made something a bit longer

Oct 11th

Pablo Ribeiro

Fantastic. It's incredible how it's easy for us to forget this kind of simple and important thing.

Oct 3rd

Jussie

great advice. Thanks for the reminder.

Sep 26th

Craig LaCasse

I love these podcasts. I had to laugh, though, after the first listening, when I heard "Recorded with Anchor." I missheard Anchor and thought the word used was anger.

Jun 9th

a fantastic way of getting huge chunks of advice/wisdom in short bursts. no need to get drowned in info that some audio books thrash out. just listen to 1 or 2 or 3 episodes a day, or none. it doesn't matter really, when you do listen again you'll have maximised 2 minutes of your life and widened your perception.

Apr 11th

Rose Hearse

I like these short meditations but the sound balance between the content and the advert makes it difficult to listen to. I have to turn my volume up to hear the content, then skip or turn it down quickly before the ad comes on. I'd like to accept some suffering in life, but I can find stoic teaching podcasts with better sound quality so right now I prefer those other podcasts over this one.

Feb 10th

Stoic Meditations

Pay attention to the past in order to tackle the future

Life is more like wrestling than dancing

Too much logic is not good for your health

Not all indifferents are created equal

The difference between Stoicism and stoicism

Be magnanimous toward others

Do you still need somebody to wipe your nose?

Virtue is its own reward

How much are you worth?

Get rid of fear of death and poverty

Facundo Pegue

ID

Sonal Pandey

Facundo Pegue

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Ben fox

Ben fox

Facundo Pegue

Facundo Pegue

Facundo Pegue

Facundo Pegue

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Facundo Pegue

moody

Pablo Ribeiro

Jussie

Craig LaCasse

Jussie

Rose Hearse