Stoicism

We are in a moment in history where we need something to replace our stumbling religious institutions. Something that can replace the churches involvement but retain the spiritual “wow” moments. In today’s world, many of us are seeking a force greater than ourselves that we can rely upon to keep us sane and content. Of course, it can be myths, religion, or something fundamental in establishing lasting and purposeful connections. In a nutshell, it’s essential that we bring back the most basic activities, beliefs, and rituals that used to sustain us before they were corrupted by the church, capitalism, and greed. Although there are many ways to fundamentally change direction and embrace spirituality, I am making the case that one of those structures might just be Stoicism.

In stoicism, the focus is on personal well-being necessary for living an ethical and happy life. The Stoics identified this path as living in harmony with nature. They are known for teaching that "virtue is the only good" and external things (wealth and pleasure) are only distractions to real living." Stoicism is also about living a decent and honest life, free from anger, envy, jealousy" and to accept everyone as equals. According to the Stoics, everything is subject to the laws of nature, therefore, the goal of life is living according to those laws.

Stoic Happiness Triangle

 

1.     Express Your Highest Self in Every Moment

2.    Focus on What You Control

3.    Take Responsibility

 

Stoic Poem
Group of kids are sitting on a porch 

Stoic walks by
Kids – ‘Hey man, you’re a fuckin dick!’
Stoic – ‘Good for you.’ And keeps walking.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stoicism

https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/stoicism/

https://aeon.co/essays/why-stoicism-is-one-of-the-best-mind-hacks-ever-devised