Seven Functions of the Mind: A Stoic Blueprint for Clear Thinking

This episode breaks down Epictetus’s teaching on the seven proper functions of the mind: choice, refusal, yearning, repulsion, preparation, purpose, and ascent, and shows how corrupt decisions alone can clog our mental life. Through practical examples, the host explains how to choose actions aligned with your higher self, resist temptation, prepare for what lies ahead, and accept what you cannot control.