Stoicism has been – unfairly – painted as a cold, detached form of thinking. This common misinterpretation doesn’t live up to the reality though, according to those who practice the school of thought.
Stoicism has been – unfairly – painted as a cold, detached form of thinking.
, a certified Stoic life coach, tells Metro.co.uk: ‘I like to use Stoicism because it is applied common sense with a great track record, and it is so simple.‘Stoicism isn’t all woo-woo-live-your-truth empowerment. It is grounded and practical. When asked whether this works for everyone, she responds: ‘Honestly, I can’t see Stoicism not working for anyone.‘I still sometimes get annoyed if someone cuts me off in traffic or if I read some bullsh*t some politicians spout. And then I remember to ask “Is this in my control?”
Separating emotions to reactions – as often the two are seen as almost conjoined – can be liberating. Our emotions don’t necessarily have to warrant a reaction, and that reaction when it is given is within our grasp to control.to your emotions, you have to be very in tune with them and emotionally intelligent.Lydia explains: ‘Putting the basic Stoic tenets into practice frees us from caring too much about things that are beyond our control.
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