This episode delves into the profound wisdom of two titans of Stoicism, Seneca and Epictetus. We explore Seneca’s Letters from a Stoic and compare his teachings with those in Epictetus’s classic guide, How to be free. We also tackle a central paradox of Stoicism: the tension between being your own master and accepting the role of fate, exploring whether these two seemingly opposite ideas can coexist.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to apply core Stoic principles from ancient texts to navigate the complexities of everyday modern life.
• An analysis of the apparent contradiction in Epictetus’s philosophy regarding free will versus pre-determined fate.
• A modern interpretation that helps to resolve the tension between control and acceptance.
• Practical reminders for how to use ancient wisdom as a guide for your personal journey.

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