Use Ancient Stoicism Tackle Modern Problems

What is Stoicism—and why is it changing lives today? In this video, I share how discovering Stoic philosophy as a young girl transformed how I handle stress, emotions, and adversity.

From Zeno of Citium's shipwrecked beginnings to Epictetus's powerful teachings, this episode explores Stoicism's core ideas and how they still apply in modern life. I’ll share personal stories of using Stoic practices—like negative visualization and voluntary discomfort—to overcome difficult family dynamics, emotional challenges, and even diet struggles.

Whether navigating a chaotic world, dealing with toxic people, or just trying to become more resilient, Stoicism gives you the tools to respond with strength and integrity. I’ll also talk about how Stoic virtues—wisdom, courage, justice, and temperance—are not just things to admire but habits to live by.

🎯 Key topics covered:

The origins of Stoicism with Zeno and the painted porch

Epictetus: a slave turned philosopher of emotional endurance

How I used Stoicism to face tough family situations

Mindful living: applying Stoicism to diet, money, and more

Why Stoic values matter more than ever today

📚 Books & Resources Mentioned:

The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday

Epictetus’ Discourses and The Handbook

Benjamin Franklin’s 13 virtues system

🗨️ Have you used Stoic principles in your life? Drop a comment and share your story—I’d love to hear how this philosophy has helped you too.

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00:00 Introduction to Stoicism
00:26 Origins and History of Stoicism
01:13 Zeno and the Birth of Stoicism
04:16 Stoic Philosophy and Teachings
08:35 Epictetus and Stoic Endurance
13:21 Practical Stoic Exercises
19:43 Modern Applications of Stoicism
20:59 Conclusion and Next Steps

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