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I have a lively conversation about the stoic path with my guest, Benny Voncken. Today, you will learn how an old philosophy can be successfully applied to modern life.

Key Points

• Stoicism is a pragmatic, Western philosophy that shares similarities with Eastern philosophies like Buddhism and Taoism.
• The core of Stoicism is about self-awareness, understanding one's emotions, and using reason to make virtuous decisions. [14:26]
• Stoicism emphasizes the importance of accepting fate, focusing on what is within one's control, and living in the present moment. [08:06]

Insights from this conversation:

1. Stoicism is a practical philosophy that can help people live better lives in the modern world. [05:25]

   2. The core of Stoicism is about self-awareness, understanding emotions, and using reason to make virtuous decisions. [14:26]

  3. Stoicism emphasizes the importance of accepting fate, focusing on what is within one's control, and living in the present moment. [08:06]

Stoicism is relevant to out modern life, and upon closer examination, a person can see how much of what is being talked about in the 21st century is a reiteration of many of these perennial principles.

RESOURCES:
Via Stoica's Website

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