5 (Stoic) Rules For Life

Stoicism was used in the Ancient Greek and Roman world to help everyday men and women with a practical philosophy and framework with which to deal with hardship. This video takes 5 concepts from Stoic philosophy and adapts them to show how they can be used in our modern world with the help of Stoic philosophers like Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus.

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[johnbyrne]

"Death smiles at us all - all that
a man can do is smile back."
- Marcus Aurelius -

[johnbyrne]

"The art of being wise
Is knowing what
to overlook."
- William James -

[osmanozturk]

Using the proverb frequently in their mouths who enter upon dangerous and bold attempts, "The die is cast, " he took the river.“
Plutarch, Parallel Lives 7:50

[Tropicalfarming]

Love it! This is exactly what me and my wife need right now! Thank you

[Saber]

And I’ve got to say even though I love all your uploads I especially love these in-depth video essays that really break down the quotes and themes you cover

[johnbyrne]

"The more a man knows
the less he talks."
- Voltaire -

[osmanozturk]

One of the principal objects of theoretical research is to find the point of view from which the subject appears in the greatest simplicity.
Josiah Willard Gibbs 10:20 #Appearance

[henry]

This is my philosophy to avoid sick splashing of happiness and live in healthy contentment. Accept that happy moments follow the opposite to equalize your being and achieve contentment and liberation. Accept whatever comes into your life and the fact that there are things that just must be let go. Amor fati.

[johnbyrne]

"Those who do not want to
imitate anything,
produce nothing."
- Salvador Dali -

[Saber]

Solid video as always my guy 👍 and have you ever thought about making a video on Diogenes and the ancient Cynics? I’d love to hear your takes on them 🙏