STOICISM for MODERN MEN

(free) Guide to Stoicism in Modern Life

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1. Origins of Stoicism

From Plato and Aristotle to Marcus Aurelius and General Patton, Stoicism is a misunderstood philosophy with roots in Ancient Greece and beyond.

Stoicism derived from people sitting alone with their thoughts for hours, days, weeks, and years.
2. SERENITY PRAYER

“God grant me the serenity To accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” Image
3. Four Tenets of Stoicism

Continue reading for a breakdown of the 4 core tenets of stoicism.

Wisdom

Justice

Courage

Temperance Image
4. WISDOM

Layman’s Terms →

Wisdom is identifying the boundary between the external and internal.

Recognize the difference between what you control and what you cannot control. Image
5. JUSTICE

Layman’s Terms →

Relentless pursuit of the truth will set you free. Retain the humility to ponder you might be wrong as you are human and mortal. Logic and reason permeate the universe yet man is limited in perception.

Justice is a duty to your fellow man. Image
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