#277 - Can We Handle the Truth?

Dostoevsky explored many interesting, sometimes even contradictory, ideas in his novels. An existentialist Christian, he certainly philosophized much on the topic of truth.I’ve been fascinated with the idea of truth for quite some time. What does it mean for something to be true? Does it simply mean objective truth? Are there other truths worth considering, such as metaphorical truths or, what I call, philosophical truths?These are broad questions, and it would take a book to even attempt to answer them.However, the idea that Dostoevsky presents above - that people are unable to palate the truth without a little bit of falsehood - really points to an undebatable truth about truth - it is often difficult for us to accept.Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/StrongstoicThe Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective.This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack:Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblinSubstack: https://strongstoic.substack.comYou can also find me at my website and on social media:Podcast Website: www.brandontumblin.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrongstoicTwitter: https://twitter.com/thestrongstoicMedium: https://thestrongstoic.medium.com/ Telegram Channel: https://t.me/strongstoicpodcastTelegram Chat: https://t.me/strongstoicchatThe Walled Garden: www.thewalledgarden.comThe Stoic Gym: https://thestoicgym.com