7 Stoic Exercises For Inner Peace
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- Stoicism provides us potent exercises to deal with stress, excessive thinking, worrying, depression and other destructive mindstates. Looking for inner peace? The Stoics might have what you're looking for!
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Hello sir, your videos will be 1% better without cussing. Peace!
Funny thing about someone like me I am at most calm in a crisis. Sounds like oxymoron but my brain has more theta waves then a normal brain. A long time ago our family's home caught fire it was an dialectical fire in the ceiling. Poor wiring installation on lights that got recalled we didn't know. It made me go in to hyper-focus mode I got really calm. We had no fire extinguisher but our neighbor down road did. I ran to the phone called them I said no time to explain send him down with a fire extinguisher right now. With in a minute he was there and he put it out. Most likely saved out house from burning down fire and spread quickly once they get going. When things get bad I get calm and focused.
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@@jonathanjollimore7156 your brain has more theta waves than normal brain,wht do you mean
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Stoicism is to be the eye of a hurricane, to remain still and calm in the middle of whirlwinds of chaos and destruction
Elegant metaphor
The best way I’ve seen it put
Be the stone in the river
Fuck bro
I couldn’t have said it better.
"Death is what gives life meaning,to know your time is limited"
-The Ancient One
so the immortal's life is meaningless?
@@glowiever yup
Sayaboong Rai doctor Strange 💕
i learned that from steve jobs too
Life and Death are both the same thing. Everything and Nothing.
The idea:
7 Stoic principles:
1. thinking about what could go wrong and accept it
2. realise what is in our control and what not and practice the things that are in our control
3. making a fool of ourself
4. writing down what you think
5. thinking about death
6. view your actions from above. Realising how small we are.
7. love the outcome even if it is bad.
How will thinking about our deaths Help us?
Ishaan Mishra when you think abouth your own dead you lose your ego.
replace "love" with "embrace" and all good.
Ishaan Mishra The thinking about death part is supposed to be focused around our realisation that we are someday going to die, so based on this we should do the things as if we could die tomorrow. It goads you into doing the things that matter most to you anyway that you may be avoiding or neglecting.
Bobby Derran on this planet death is a gift
"Death smiles at us all, but all a man can do is smile back" Marcus Aurelius
هلا يا رواقي
@@sultanhanga هلا بيك حبيبي ههههههه
@@the_krym كيف الرواقية معاك
@@sultanhanga الرواقية هي ما يساعدني على البقاء في هذا الزمن.. تحياتي
@@the_krym فعلا تحياتي
I have mastered this but still and will always be still learning to refine my mastership.
Here are 7 rules I follow in my life to make existence palatable.
1. NEVER take anything personal. Remember you are not the center of existence.
2. Never use your thoughts, and words against yourself or others. Remember #1.
3. Never assume have the courage to ask. If you cannot ask then it's probably not your business and forget about it no useless headspace.
4. Always do your best. Remember you best changes depending on health or situations just do you best.
5. ALWAYS be skeptical of what you hear, read, watch or told to you by someone else, but in that skepticism learn to listen and think for yourself if it's to good to be true most of the time it is.
6. ALWAYS be yourself be authentic not what society wants this is your life take it back give NO ONE power over you .
7. Live humbled and grateful. You need not prove anything to anyone by doing this you cut down unnecessary drama and attention.
Great rules! Thanks for sharing 👍
If I may ask have you read the four agreements it coincides with several of your ideas and is a very good read you may find interesting.
you'll pay the coercive taxes or take the boot like the rest of us
@@damok9999 explain English my second language
@@EREBVS999 Number 6, be yourself, requires living your principles to their conclusion, society as it is violently threatens you for non violent behavior. You cannot be yourself without address the violent coercion your peers are doing to steal from you. It has affected everyone's life against their will and it IS under your control. However people in general will never have to courage to stand up for their principles under the face of violent attack.
Therefore you will pay your taxes or be attacked, regardless of all your beliefs and rules.
My father tries to insult me by telling me I'm "very stoic". I just say thank you. 🤷🏽♀️
There is a difference between Stoic and stoic..!
Father is a sack of shit can you tell him that
@@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335 not very stoic of you
@@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335 White knight much, too bad she doesn't care lol. Fathers talk shit as to build thicker skin in our children since 99% of people are shit talkers. RELAX 😥
Good.
*7 Stoic Exercises For Inner Peace:*
*1) Negative visualization:* This prepares you for uncomfortable situations. By visualizing the negativity combined with an accepting attitude, we can manage our expectations and shield our souls against adversity.
*2) Self-control practice:* Our body, property, reputation, command are not in our control. Our opinion pursuit, desire, aversion are in our control. We have to strengthening the things in our control.
*3) Don't give a fuck practice:* The opinions of other people is not up to you, so why worry about it? By deliberately making a fool of ourselves we will be exposed to situations in which people will judge us negatively. Thus slowly it won't bother you and won't give a fuck.
*4) Journaling:* Writing your thoughts down is a practice done by the stoics to find relief and create a sense of order in the thoughts and memories.
*5) Memento Mori:* Remember thou art mortal. Your life is ticking away second by second and we should not waste it on trivial things. Also we should life more fully. Thinking about death should not gratitude for the life that has been given to us. Let's not postpone nothing.
*6) View from above:* When we realize how small we are (compared to the cosmos) it become more easier to let go of the trivial matters.
*7) Amor Fati:* Loving fate. Whatever happens in your life as along as embrace the outcome you will be fine. Goals and ambitions are fine as long as you remain detached from the outcome. Do your best forget the rest.
Thank you for taking the time to create this list. Very nice!
Thank you for writing this alllll out !
Thank you for summarizing here. I just do wonder what they mean about the second principal. Is our body, property, reputation and command Not in our control? how come? can we not control to have a fit or chubby body? can we not control to work hard and have better property? can we not control to have good reputation by being good? and don't get what he means by command. Please clarify if possible. Thanks.
@@starmazaheri7448 I think the second principle means that we are not in TOTAL CONTROL of our body, property or reputation. No matter how clean we eat or how hard we exercise there is still a slim chance that we get a disease just because it runs in our family. And yes we can work hard to have better property however, so many unpredictable things might (or might not) hinder our progress toward reaching that goal. Similarly, we can aspire to be a person with good reputation but chances are that there might be somebody who just can't stand our face for no apparent reason! Thus, all there is left for us to be in control of is our attitude and how we approach the problems and dilemmas in our lives.
@@alia1413 Thanks Ali for taking time to explain, yes not ''total'' control and sometimes external matters get in the way. And yes our best Action will be our controlled and positive Reaction to those life disturbances. All of these good lessons of life are interrelated in many religions as well. Goodness is a natural instinct we are born with but need to be constantly reminded of through different religions/ philosophies and the like.
Marcus, Seneca and Epictetus said some of the best and profound things.
I advise every to read their books
They’re my heroes
Careful about journals they can be used in court.
write it and burn it after you finish
@@yggdrasil4187 some people don't like to keep records of the things they put on paper. Once you put your thoughts (mainly the worst ones) on paper, that's it...they are no more in your head, so you can keep them there (if you want to read them any day in the future) or you can get rid of'em...I like to burn those pages
@@yggdrasil4187 family Court is a mess
Journal in secret. Put your journal in a safe like jewelery
@@1996Pinocchio they will find it and find a way to use it against you. Good luck you will have to produce it in a divorce or any other civil action.
Here are my 7 stoic principles that allow me to live happily & freely:
1. Have the courage to be honest & don't worry if the truth offends anyone. Their feelings are irrelevant to the truth.
2. Follow your gut instincts & don't trust everything that you hear or see, especially on TV or the internet.
3. When someone makes you angry, smile & respond back with witty humor. Kill them with kindness, don't give them any satisfaction.
4. Do want you want to do & do it now. Stop using the phrase "next time" because there might well be no next time.
5. Have fun & play like a kid occasionally, especially with your own children. It's good for your mental well being.
6. Ignore the idiots, losers & assholes of the world, even if they are family or friends. You should not waste your precious time on petty people.
7. Be grateful for all the good things you have in life. Somewhere out there in the world is someone who is much worse off than you, guaranteed.
Hope that helps. Have a great stoic day, everyone!
thank you for summarising, after watching so much content on this topic it's quite hard to be able to remember all the principles when you need them, but this keeps it short.
The 6th I would put it this way: seek for the company of interesting, intelligent people. Same goes for books, ideas etc.
But, some interesting, good thoughts can be found where you do not expect it, so, if you can, be the leader of the discussion (or the creator/ promotor of good ideas), else, be receptive for the surprising good idea, when it comes
Adi Constantin I like your approach as well, it’s great actually. My rule #6 is just my way to deal with toxic people. It has worked very well for me personally. “The tranquillity that comes when you stop caring what they say. Or think, or do. Only what you do.” - Marcus Aurelius
@@ash8207 Thank you, I also liked what you said, especially #5. Marcus Aurelius is an outstanding inspiration: there are some good emperor's too, after all 😎
Multumesc!
@@adiconstantin4598 Desigur, cu placere! Sa fii sanatos!
I woke up today with a sort of emptiness. Not that anything was truly wrong, I just felt I was missing some point, or misdirected. Hard to put into words but this video was just what I needed. I was able to remind myself that I shouldn't be troubled over this feeling as it really didn't matter. Nothing created it, and nothing useful can come from it. Need to focus on moving forward through life.
What you said is discussed in the book 'Power Of Now' by Ekhart Tolle. I'm on my 3rd read of it. Highly recommended. That emptiness is more likely the more compulsive your thoughts are.
@@mreverybody1150 fantastic read!
@@Chaosinunison91 Not only was it a fantastic read, but half way through, for the first time in my life I was able to reach a state where I had no thoughts, or a gap in between thoughts. I did not know this was possible.
However, I saw some reviews of the book where people said it was new age gibberish bullshit. Interesting contrast to my experience!
Yes bro
My favourite quote from the meditations of Marcus Aurelius is “do you see bees complaining about there daily tasks?” It tells me that I am no different to any other animal and that I should not complain about doing the work nature intended for me, it helps me get out of bed in the morning hope this helps someone
What work do you do ?
That last thing reminds me of a quote "Whatever happens, happens." in a Cowboy Bebop episode.
Good show
Haha
Isnt that Murphy's Law? I might be wrong about some details but it reminds me of murphys law
Que Sera Sera................all the good in the world are in fact interrelated.
Amor Fati---I needed to hear that today. I've struggled with this for so long. It's time I stop worrying about the destination and simply enjoy the journey! Thank You So Much for this!
Thank you. Amor fati is a powerful practice! Sometimes I catch myself worrying about all kinds of things. Letting 'amor fati' run through my mind a few times always helps.
Life is a dance. Mindfulness is witnessing that dance.
This was SO helpful. I've been practising so many of these principles in daily life without realising they originated from Stoicism. In fact, a lot of them have cropped up in my CBT therapy. I've done a bit of light reading on Stoics but now I'm fully 'hooked' and want to learn more! Thanks so much for this video :)
These are rather interesting perspectives which speak to me anyhow. What ist CBT?
@@aseriesoftriangleswecalltr6065 Cock and Ball Torture.
@@mudder7952 Ah, that`s what I thought! Not that anyone believes, it is cognitive behavioural therapy.
@@aseriesoftriangleswecalltr6065 😂
CBT originated from stoicism, Taoism and Buddhism; all similar ideas. Both Arron Beck and Albert Ellis say so several times in their books.
Wow I didn't know I was a stoicist all my life .
You're a stoic, not a stoicist. I believe Mr. Spock is a stoic too.
ur gei
No you have another skill you have mastered and its Illusion 100
everything except eating like a slob in public for me
@@magistrumartium Spock is stoic. Scientist is a Stoic, big difference.
Going through a tough time in my life right now, and I'm amazed by how close I have become to this philosophy. Never really studied it before, but it seems natural and logical to me. Even the specifics, like intermittent fasting and journaling, are part of my practice. Thank you for sharing❤
Thank you for your comment and best wishes for the future! I'd recommend to read / listen to the Enchiridion by Epictetus.
Momonto Mori and Amor Fati, I've started to use these philosophies and my life has become so much richer. Thank you .
Wow, these guys really thought things through thousands of years ago - and they remain as deeply true now as ever!
Because the essence of human life and experience is always the same.
The very fact that I can listen to your video without feeling agitated or feeling worthless makes me believe more in the power of stoicism.
"Understand the people who did not laugh at your joke"
Momento Mori : Remember man that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.
Shakespeare: We are merely actors and actresses on the stage of the world."
The ultimate decision lies with cosmic forces.
I believe a lot of all virtuous philosophical principals also are in many other religions as well.
Positive visualization changed my life. Negative thinking attracts Negative
Yes, I've never agreed with this stoic exercise. Better to simply understand that things could be worse and be grateful for what you have
I wonder if negative thinking would be just thinking like taking a possible inventory of what could go wrong for the day. Positive thinking would be differentiated by empowering with emotions what I want to attract onto my life.
I get what you mean here. I choose to see it as hope for the best and prepare for the worst. I like to visual both possible situations(best and worst) and pretty much be accepting and grateful of anything that falls in between.
Number 3 is good advice, with a terrible example. People who act like animals will be treated as such. It's possible to not care about the opinions of others while remaining decent.
You must not know about the Cynics from which the Stoics are descended lmao
@@Zaysayer do you honestly believe that Marcus Aurelius, Emeperor of Rome would act like an animal while eating?
Yes they will be treated like animals. You don’t need to dirty your own hands making it happen, though. Understand their due will come in time and find comfort in that.
It's whatever you believe. What you think about others is what you think of yourself.
Well, guess you'll never have that confidence you're looking for.
This mindset is soooo underrated. I've already been implementing some of these practices without even knowing it, heh.
My stoicism pisses off my highly sensitive boyfriend. If I don’t have a matching emotion to something small that he’s taking very seriously, there is “something wrong with me.” or “that not okay” or he says “I need you look deeper”. I don’t let things with little importance get to me, and have always lived my life with the mantra, hope for the best and prepare for the worst. Take what comes and accept it. My boyfriend takes everything seriously and personally. He worries often, stresses every day and nearly everything bothers him if it’s not right in his mind. For me, I’m chill and stress free. I’m afraid he sees that as an issue that needs to be fixed. It’s hurting our relationship and frustrates us both. At least I can listen to these videos and feel a sense of validation and clarity. :)
He might just be a HSP (highly sensitive person) which is an actual trait. My advice would be to figure out whether he is a good match for you or are you just attached, and meditate on it. But do as you like.
Yeh you've got an emotional man in your hands. He isn't in his masculine frame and that's a thing a lot of straight women don't like.
You are just pumping out good videos man
Thanks!
You’re changing my life for the better, thank you.
This channel is essential. Thank you for sharing your insight.
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Exercises and peace of mind are the key to a tranquil and healthy life.
I haven't had a tomato omelette in so long, thanks for reminding me, will have it tomorrow hopefully.
Thank you!
Needed exactly that at this moment moment!
Your videos give me a calming sense of peace. Thank you.
Kia ora from New Zealand I am deeply thankful for this I am only just started studying stoicism and finding whatever I learn about it very useful in work and life
Hi Julian, you might find the links in the description interesting. Cheers!
I think I was stoic before I really knew what it was
Intuition
Nah, it was just constipation
That fart was just an imagination.
Check out the actual situation.
I was always considered weird by my family since I always thought-on a very pessimistic view of life, but It gave me security and exceptions approaching events. When I started to practice optimistic view on everything I felt fake and out-of-control. Some people can find a closeness in an accepted fate, even while giving their best
Thanks for making these valued videos dude. They are always so sane and real. I often share them with people I know who might also find them useful. I love that this wisdom is so ancient and not some trendy new fad. Keep going man, you're doing some good in the world.
I am listening to this for few days now while stoicism is a vast topic , listening to this short video has given me enormous energy to remain focussed and to follow these basics for peace and tranquillity. This truly has helped me a lot . Thank you
5:41 one of the many many solar systems in our galaxy. I got you bro.
😉👍🏼
I thought "we are all going to die, and the Earth will go on as if we never were"
I felt like laughing out of relief after saying it.
Memento mori!
What always makes me feel better is 6- realizing how small we are. Nothing I can do can make that much of a difference, so relax and just do your best.
S H daoism
That drive to be greater than everyone, and compete makes us crazy. The book the subtle art of not giving a fuck was good on pointing out that we need to have our priorities and then stick with them no matter what people saybor do to us. Whether they approve or not.
I watch your videos from time to time and gain a lot from them which contributes to the things I do to have healing in my life. Thank you.
Just returning to this channel after a while. Some time ago I found it by chance and fell in love almost immediate with Stoicism and its teachings. I won't lie that I felt amazing for that two month period where I was decently invested in the philosophy. But, due to life getting in the way as well as my own personal demons, I fell out of it and fell back into hold habits that hurt me when I first found this channel. I hope coming back to it I can find once again that inner peace I once had.
I am not a stoical person. But the points brought to this video were very enlightening. Negative visualization and Amor Fati is something I am definitely trying from now on. Thank you 💚✨
5:38 "which is just one of the many, many galaxies in the Milky way"
lol
Excellent descriptions. Thank you for putting these concepts into simple terminology anyone can understand and use.
I am addicted to your videos... I usually listen to them while working because they help me focus on my work and let go of attachments... I am going through a lot right now like most of us & I feel much calm and peaceful and I can handle life better now... Thank you very much
I thought I might want to be a stoic, and found that I already am one.
That's great. I think I'm naturally about halfway there, will keep going with it.
Same
Hahaha. No. No
“Quam stultum est mare horrere, cum scias stillicidio perire te posse...” ~ Seneca the Younger
“Why fear the sea, when a single drop can kill you...”
I love this channel more than any other channels on Stoicism. There is no exageration and stick accurately to stoic philosophy.
I find your videos packed with such great information. I often find myself watching them a few times (or sections of them a few times). I love that you added links to books because books I find help to instil change. Will look into your book now. I have started taking notes on the comments you make in some videos and have been rereading my notes everyday.
This is beautiful and it makes me cry in relief.
If this list created this Reaction, Damn you were sunk into Deep Shit..
That is the opposite of a stoic reaction lol
Looking through a positive lense, and being prepared for the worst is stoicism. Looking through a negative lense, and being unprepared is pessimism.
Many people get this confused.
💯
Thank you for making great videos. They have played a part in helping me discover new things and live a better life.
Stoicism healed me
'Live like this is your last day.'
I've thought about it. It basically says to do what you've wanted to do and enjoy. But if this was my last day, I probably won't do things that I need to do like study for an exam/ important work/ anything tedious. I'd rather spend all my money fulfilling my wildest dreams. But then, if I have to live for another 10000 days, I'm basically screwed.
So, it should be rather framed as to enjoy every little moment of whatever you're doing, in life, because your life is too precious to waste being annoyed and sad all the time.
I was on board with this video until you started assuming the shape of the earth.
Just kidding man great vid. Really gotta keep in mind the Memento Mori and that active pessimism is good. Jordan Peterson has something in his future authoring where he talks about what your future will look like if you don't do the shit that you need to do. it's great.
Thanks for your comment. I believe I still have an access code for that authoring suite.. Started it but never finished it. Thanks for reminding me 👍👍
Einzelgänger no worries man, i should probably redo it as well
I've always respected JBP in his profession, however his politics are fucked.
I've been watching your videos to study some principles to follow and put into practice in my life for improvement, and the more I learn about the Stoics the more I just love their perspective and views on life.
I love philosophy and spirituality and spend a fair bit of time trawling UA-cam looking around and I have to say that your videos are some of the best made and written online.
Thank you for taking your time to make and share this wisdom. :)
Nooo, not going out and intentionally do something foolish to prepare myself. Life has enough mistakes as it is without intentionally creating dumb stuff.
Me neither I don't have the balls if I'm drunk I can just about imagine eating with my hands that might help.
did you just say there are many galaxies in milky way ?
Yeah, i got so triggered and upset because of this.
I know I screwed up..
@@Einzelgänger astronomers are so triggered right now 😂
Gonna name my first daughter after you Sir, your a genius
@@Allumik it was a Stoicism test 😉
Dit is misschien wel het beste kanaal op UA-cam, dank je dat er zoveel moeite insteekt, wij waarderen het enorm 👍
at 5:40 it should be corrected that the Milky way is a galaxy with many *solar systems. Though, i understand your point that there are many many galaxies in the universe.
I agree with everything that's been mentioned in the video except for the not caring about what others think about us, we're humans, we're meant to live in communities and that involves abiding certain rules to make this community work. Otherwise, it'll be chaotic! I do understand that by what you said, you meant everyone shouldn't be ashamed of his true self even if it was unconventional, but there are proper ways of doing that you know
If there are proper ways of doing it, then why even comment?
Amor Fati is analogous to prominent quote from the Hindu Scripture, the Bhagwat Gita wherein Lord Krishna says to Arjun the following:
कर्मण्ये वाधिका रस्ते मा फलेषु कदाचन।
मा कर्म फल हेतु र्भूर्मा ते सङ्गोऽस्त्व कर्मणि॥
That translates as following:
You have a right to “Karma” (actions) but you should never be motivated by the results of your actions, nor should there be any attachment in not doing your prescribed activities.
I recommend everyone to read the Bhagwat Gita as it really teaches valuable life lessons!
Thank you, very helpful. I have saved this video to refer to when necessary, which for me will be regularly. Thanks again.
Agree with everything except starting the day off negative energy
it's more like a vaccine against negative energy.
I don't see it as negative. It is along the lines of, people are ignorant of the truth so will behave badly, so we need to accept that and not get angry but help them instead.
I think Seneca used this technique at the end of the day. I think to wisely use philosophy is to have it as a guideline, not a dogma.
It more so means hope for the best but prepare for the worst
When you're a non-smoker but have to buy a pack for the video!
Absurd Hero for real shouldve just used some coffee
Could be stock video
This put me more in peace more than anything. For a while I've been trying to journal positive, tell myself that I will have a great day. But I soon realized what I'm doing is trying to stop my emotions. Which strengthened my anxiety. Setting this unrealistic expectation of striving for 100% happiness and 0% anxiety was doing actually quite the opposite and causing severe harm and disappointment and guilt. As soon as I excepted that things can go bad. My emotions will be emotions and that the outcome is going to be as it will, so much weight was lifted from me. I don't feel like I'm having a seizure 24/7 trying to fight my thoughts. And surprisingly when you accept that bad can happen, you start to feel better and bad thoughts start to diminish which is awesome. The biggest lie you can tell yourself is to say you'll rid of emotions and only have happiness. Happiness in a chaotic beautiful world shouldn't be the goal, but a peace of mind to what ever the world brings is far more valuable
your videos always makes me feel calm, i think its your voice, the calm that your voice transmits adds up very well with the themes of the videos.
Went out on a date with my Crush. I wanted her to know I'm a Stoic human being.
We've stopped talking from then.
So you let a video on youtube get in the conversation with the Woman u wanted, You are a star
Edit: you are a moron
So what ever plenty of women out there
Your tought creat your reality. vizulize only what u want .careful what you wish u might just get it
Eminem words...
Great video. Thank you for taking the time to put this together.
Thank you for helping promote stoicism. I don’t consider myself a philosopher by any means. Your helping to understand these concepts has been invaluable to me and my current situation.
Negative visualization over so many years has made me depressed
You probably didn't do it right
I think it can be quite useful when we know we might face a difficult situation, but the negative thinking and the paranoia can hurt you.
yes that's the one thing i don't like about stoicism. Thinking about all the bad things that could happen in a day make it hard for you to get out of bed. Find an alternative.
You did it wrong!
1:58 I wasn't expecting to see Dutch siguarettes in this video. I thought this channel was German by origin.
Thankyou,I think over time I'll be able to add these in as part of my fitness plan effectively.
I love this channel. I absolutely love your inner world.
4:38 JOOOOOOOOOJOOOO!!!!!!
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I have a video request for you.
What should someone do if they have a basic human desire but you cant physicly or mentally remove it. For example removing the desire to be loved but accepting you never will be loved and never being able to feel love. It feels like starving yet you seek food and the food is all poisonous.
Dude love is out there everywhere. Even in the form of an animal like a dog, there can be real love between both creatures
@@finessed5493 I love spaghetti :)
I lovvvveeee pizza. But want to be loved so nooooo pizza
It's a chemical trick your brain does to reproduce, we are each individuals. Obtain control over your desires by destroying your fallacious beliefs with actual knowledge. Food is intrinsic, love is just nice.
@@damok9999 Thank you.
I truly appreciate Stoic practices when I worked as customer support in a call center. I learned to love the job no matter how toxic the work environment and the job itself.
Thank you for this video your channel literally saved my life from my anxiety and depression hope to see more videos like this😍
Taking a mondo deuce brings me inner peace 😀 ✌ LOL
I am the pig sound :) social pressure agh
Thank you, as a student of medicine,psychology and poetry...as Mexican living in Japan.. I find great comfort i your word, I can only say thank you
I appreciate you taking the time to make this video. Great insight and great choice of music.
I thumbed up your vid cuz you didn't use TOP10 to summarize the philosophy.
10 commandments,
10 stoic teaching of marcus aurelius
You didn't go the same route just to sound official and click-bait'y.
Nice vid.
Good points however we must remember that there are pros and cons in everything. All good things are only good to the point where they can become negative things.
Thanks for your response. It shows respect.
Truth, I agree!
Thanks again
good stuff is good until the stuff becomes bad
3.5cm when erect my miniature tent is: I totally agree. Thanks for your response.Take care
Thank you so much for making these videos, they help a lot in what matters in life and I'm sure many others feel the same way.
Such a great video! Tnx for sharing.
5:38 there are no galaxies in the Milky Way, maybe you meant solar systems.
Universe, maybe.
I have a samsung galaxy a7 !🤔
I was just sifting through the comments to see if anyone caught that. So far, you're the only one.
Damn, I'm a stoic by nature, didn't even know.
Nope.
Thank you very much for those advices.
It helps me a lot.
Thank-you - this is incredibly helpful and I've found it at the exact needed moment
Don't forget Voluntary Discomfort. Take those cold showers every day and other uncomfortable tasks.
Who is the guy on the video ? Is that same person who is speaking?just curious. By the way. I really enjoyed your video. 👍🏽
Thanks! Yes, it is the same guy.
I have multiple sclerosis and experience chronic pain, fatigue, partial paralysis, and cognitive issues. I’ve been meditating for years, and with therapy I’m learning the balance between stoicism, compartmentalism, and denial of self. I still struggle so much, with depression, suicidal ideation, and anxiety.
I want this to be over, but I don’t want to hurt those around me. I’m just so tired.
All I can seek is peace, and wait for a welcomed end.
Please hang on, idk if you're a believer but I'm praying that God be with you.🩷
Thank you so much. My circumstances force me to live with toxic people, I have to put up with their bullshit every day, it's especially hard during quarantine. These practices really help me to get a different perspectives on living with toxic people