STOICISM | How Epictetus Keeps Calm

The works of Epictetus reveal the importance of tranquility, and that we should value this over lesser things like money, reputation, and even the body.

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[johnweak]

“We suffer not from the events of our lives, but from our judgement about them.“

- Epictetus

[johnathangulley]

(1) Act in accordance with nature.
(2) Watch your judgments.
(3) Focus less on things outside of your control.

[bforce]

Epictetus has totally changed my life, and I still to this day try to practice his teachings in a daily basis.

[ossen]

Ability to calm the mind when crap hits the fan is a lifesaver. Every time you have been able to come out from the most peculiar situations is exactly because you can keep a clear and focused mind.

[tyrell.]

Just got ousted from a toxic workplace, so this is a good reminder. "Take therefore no thought for tomorrow: for tomorrow shall take thought of the things for itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof."

[privateequityguy]

*“Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants.” ―Epictetus*

[hiddens]

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As I approach my last exam, I really want you to know that your content is epic and really means a lot to me.
I hope you keep this up, because I also have a long way to go in terms of self improvement.

Thank you very much.

[eternity]

As the world faces a pandemic, this is the most comforting video about illness.

[dj_bae]

I read “A Guide to a Good Life, The Ancient Art of Stoic Philosophy” by William B Irvine and it changed my life. It soothed my anxiety almost immediately because it changed the way I think about the world, the things that happen to me, and how unimportant it is to be concerned with the opinion of others. I will practice Stoicism all my life.

[lukii]

The best Lesson you can learn is how to remain calm in a Stressful Sitaution especially now with a Virus around us . Stay calm and be and eat healthy you will be fine =)

[eternity]

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You make unimaginable changes in many lives.

[memberberries]

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[nesapanjalingam]

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[glueckseeligkeit]

Bro your cideos are pure gold. They really helped me reduce my sufferingore than 7 years of therapy. Bc they lay the foundation for creating a calm and peaceful mind. Thx bro for real.especially right now that i have to deal with a pretty shitty long term illness and a lot of stupid unempathetic people at the insurance companies it kinda gives me peace of mind and a calm temper despite the difficulties.

[davisdavis]

Your channel is the only thing bringing me some measure of peace right now. I fought so hard to try to recover from crippling anxiety and depression. And losing everything during the last recession. I was doing a tiny bit better finally after 10 years for the first time. Then this global shut down. Its time I let go and just ride the wave that I am not in control of. I'm new to stoicism I am grateful for your channel.Thankyou

[lostsoulsandpersonalwisdom]

Controlling your thoughts and emotions can be one of the most important things to achieve inner peace.

[Guttababydai]

It takes a special type of person to put something in a perspective a wide variety of people can understand

[allthingsfrench]

Thank you so much... when suddenly world events hit so hard, this is perfect.

[pipeofmagritte]

Wow. All my life I have felt entitled to good parents and that has been the cause of much of my distress, anger, desires, resentment. I hope to get over this - this sounds like a breakthrough for me. Thanks a lot.

[ash]

Ash
1 second ago
Love this channel, the enlightening & deep wisdom being shared here couldn't be more timely!
It's great to see so many others here that are modern day scholars of Epictetus like myself; wishing all of you much health, inner peace & calmness during these challenging times!