Epictetus and Stoicism: The Wisdom of the Slave Philosopher

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In this video we explore the ideas of the Ancient Stoic philosopher Epictetus.
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[MrSkypelessons]

Epictetus' writings are second to none. I'd put them on every school syllabus.

[privateequityguy]

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

[maleautonomy]

Glad you're touching on stoicism. I've really been deeply practicing this in my life. It really has worked well for me more than any other philosophy out there.

[terriesmith]

Love your channel.
Today's society teaches victim mentality, not self accountability. Your amazing channel counteracts that.

[SuperCybrus]

I find it amazing how people almost 2k years ago experience the same problems we do now.

[atwaterpub]

"...Your progress is made or destroyed by a single day and a single action." - Epictitus

[anablic]

Slaves to the opinions of others and prioritising external growth - money and possessions, over internal growth are probably two of the biggest things that I think makes the average person unhappy.

[luckyleo]

I cannot tell you how much my life has changed after I found out about stoicism. Good vibrations to those who know what you are worth and what you can achieve.

[hedon]

The paintings you use in your videos are fascinating. Where or in what book did you get them?

[rdalldmaster]

That was amazing. These videos come at just the right time.

Thank You for sharing this knowledge.

[guest_informant]

"Holding a grudge is like drinking poison and waiting for the other person to die"

[lefrongo]

A philosopher's thought process is precisely a mountain of words.

[alyosha]

Love Stoicism. It's a life changing philosophy.

[falcodarkzz]

I found Aurelius and Epictetus young, somehow, at 17 I gorged on them. It definately changed my life, must admit I do miss passionate feelings, the ups and downs of a vivid emotional life (yes, they go with stoicism, irretrievably it seems) but the tranquility and peace this philosophy offers can be a feather in many a persons cap.

[frncscbtncrt]

The pieces of art are exquisite and exquisitely chosen to match the discourse (“fulfilling life” a rainbow/// “not another day” a sunset). Lots of work into these videos

[sumkin]

It's interesting how stoicism persists through times, Epictetus, Seneca, Marc Aurel, Descartes and also Victor Frankl.

[sambowdin]

Transcripts are an appreciated added touch. Thanks. I learn and marvel at the presentations of the Academy of Ideas.

[valery]

Loved reading Epictetus with my dad. One saying I like is "We are just clay bowls filled with blood which we have to give back anyway."

[juniorhernandez]

I like it SO MUCH when you guys publish practical wisdom and philosophy! THANK YOU! :D <3

[tamneal]

Superb video - inspirational quotes - fantastic visuals (paintings) and.... joy of joys - no background music! Keep 'em coming Academy of Ideas!