In this episode, we talk with Aldo Dinucci about the stoa he runs in Brazil, the importance of deep friendships in a Stoic community to support practicing Stoicism, and the different emphasis on the spiritual aspects of Stoicism in Brazil compared with the emphasis on the practical side of Stoicism in the U.S. Topics we cover include:

* Aldo Dinucci’s background and how he first became interested in Stoicism 24 years ago.

* The Stoicism group that Aldo runs in Brazil - how it started, the group’s size and longevity, and the personal connections/friendships that have developed over the years.

* The differences Aldo has observed between Stoic groups in Brazil versus Europe/US, in terms of the group dynamics, formality, and focus on the “spiritual” vs. practical aspects of Stoicism.

* The importance Aldo’s group places on the personal, embodied practice of Stoicism through activities like group discussions, presentations, meals, and outings, rather than just intellectual study.

* Aldo’s thoughts on the challenges of scaling up a Stoic group and maintaining the right balance between structure and organic conversation.

* How Aldo’s group has evolved over time and the lessons he’s learned about what works best for their cultural context.

* Aldo’s interest in connecting more with the global Stoic community and sharing his group’s experiences.

For more information about Aldo and his stoa, visit aldodinucci.blogspot.com.

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