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Stoicism

Stoicism is still relevant today because of its 1

appeal.

Ancient Stoics

●   Stoicism was founded over 2,000 years ago in Greece.

●   The Stoics’ ideas are surprisingly well known, despite not being intended for 2

Stoic principles

●   Happiness could be achieved by leading a virtuous life.

●   Controlling emotions was essential.

●   Epictetus said that external events cannot be controlled but the 3

people make in response can be controlled.

●   A Stoic is someone who has a different view on experiences which others would consider as 4

 

The influence of Stoicism

●   George Washington organised a 5

about Cato to motivate his men.

●   The French artist Delacroix was a Stoic.

●   Adam Smith’s ideas on 6

were influenced by Stoicism.

●   Some of today’s political leaders are inspired by the Stoics.

●   Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

     –  the treatment for 7

is based on ideas from Stoicism

     –  people learn to base their thinking on 8

 

●   In business, people benefit from Stoicism by identifying obstacles as 9

 

Relevance of Stoicism

●   It requires a lot of 10

but Stoicism can help people to lead a good life.

●   It teaches people that having a strong character is more important than anything else.