Stoicism in the Modern Age

Send us Fan Mail Today we’re diving into a heavy but crucial topic: the mental health crisis affecting North America and other areas of the world. If you’ve dealt with depression or anxiety – or know someone who has- this episode is for you. There’s a philosophy that emerged around 300 BC and became widely adopted in ancient Greece and Rome. It is known as Stoicism. And Stoicism is making a comeback in a big way - and has become a way to combat depression and anxiety.Support the show and unlock bonus episodes for $5+ patrons: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheSoulPodSHOW NOTESResources:Meditations by Marcus Aurelius (FREE)Stoic Coffee Break PodcastStoicism Explained in 3 Minutes videoWhat is Stoicism video Watch Videos:The SoulPod on RumbleThe SoulPod on YouTube Old Podcast Episodes:Spirituality Is GrowingWhat is The Great Emergence?Quotes:“Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.” — Marcus Aurelius“You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” — Marcus Aurelius“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.” — Marcus Aurelius“Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labor does the body.” — Seneca“He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.” — Friedrich Nietzsche (influenced by Stoicism)"It is as if Freud supplied us the sick half of psychology and we must now fill it out with the healthy half." – A. Maslow"Well-being is realized by small steps, but is truly no small thing."  - Seneca   Support the showHas the show made a difference for you? Click this link for ways you can support the show.