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What is the best life we can live? How can we cope with whatever the universe throws at us and keep thriving nonetheless? The ancient Greco-Roman philosophy of Stoicism explains that while we may not always have control over the events affecting us, we can have control over how we approach things. Massimo Pigliucci describes the philosophy of Stoicism.
Lesson by Massimo Pigliucci, animation by Compote Collective.
We suffer more often in imagination than in reality - Seneca the Young
Heard this in Tim ferris Ted talk
I will remember this. Thank you.
yes
Yung Séneca preaching
Our ego like us to engage in these "stories" it likes to spin that are best ignored. Eckhart Tolle's videos on quieting the ego are very helpful.
"The problem is not the problem. Your attitude to the problem is the problem" - Captain Jack Sparrow
Kiani Francis lol
Great quote. Meaningful and inspiring
When did Jack Sparrow actually say that though?
@@knightcary01 "Not every quote on the internet is legit." -Abraham Lincoln
"the impediment to action advances action"
Marcus Aurelius argued that kindness is more manly than anger.
Unfortunately, society is not ready yet to accept that
Kindness is about control and mindfulness where as Anger is mindlessness and lack of control
Anger is the easy path. Kindness is the hard one
In his introduction of the medications, he thought of his biological father as a manly man because of his kindness.
@@ahelidas8885 toxic masulinity is not all about anger. It's the suppression of emotions for men which CAN be translated to anger. I don't believe that toxic masculinity exists
"To live is to suffer, to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering" - Friedrich Nietzsche
He was against stoicism
@@fahid3342 Why do I think it as a spectrum rather than a vague sides or being against thing. I'm not talking about the guy
Why i should suffered because of a think i cant control
@@fikriasrofi5312 bcs the guy is confused.
@@fahid3342 Still doesn't take anything away from the original meaning. Your comment is unnecessary.
"You have power over your mind, not outside events.Realize this, and you'll find strength."-Marcus Aurelius
DavHao's truth
Is this from his book Meditations?
@@sajpaj67 Indeed.
Not always true. We do have control over some outside events, and people with mental illness cannot always control their minds.
Des T Over some events yes. But not 100%. Your Mind on the other hand is the home of your thoughts. You control it 100%. No other person can change your thoughts, unless you want it
Stoicism is one of those philosophies that anyone, regardless of their religious, political or philosophical views, should take certain aspects of.
I agree.
Spot on !!!
Nah but the leftists will continue to hate stoicism, the best school of philosophy. They prefer hedonism.
However, it is still basically materialism, with many logical flaws.
@@daniwebe materialism is a way to represent reality stoicism is how we deal with it.
It’s so weird to me how much I’ve learned. If I remember correctly, the last time I watched this video, I was 12, and I hardly understood this video. Now I’m 17, and i know the history behind these stories. It’s so utterly refreshing to understand something that used to draw up so many blanks.
Time flies, your body grows and your mind expands.
I can relate, I don't remember clearly the first time I read a quote from Marcus Aurelius, but it was years ago. I liked the quote but I didn't look it up more, I just left it like that. But then I watched Hannibal and there was a quote from Viktor Frankl mentioned in one of the episode. But I still didn't bother to look for more. Then corona started, and I joined a zoom class while I found the term Stoic and now it all makes sense. It takes years, but eventually the thing that I am looking for subconsciously shows themselves to me step by step, it's like it knows when I am gonna be ready for this knowledge.
Jfc. Time flew by so fast. I almost didn’t believe you but then I counted and it’s already been that long for real. I feel like I didn’t even grow up. It’s like I’m still mentally 12 years old when I’m already 19. I hate myself lol.
But, it’s nice you’re able to grow. I wish you luck. You can do this.
(Sorry if I was being too negative. I think I’m just starting to break down I can’t help it right now.)
weird flex but ok
Bro this video is 6 yrs old and I am seeing this comment after 2 yrs than how can be your statement true ?
This is my own quote for stoicism:
"When you are at your greatest, expect the worst to come. When you are at your worst, expect the greatest to come."
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Nice quote thanks!
Great quote!
Yeah, I agree with that. Expecting only goods or bads out of life is foolishly naive. You should learn to balance your own perspective.
man just quoted himself lol
Socrates : to do is to be
Plato : to be is to do
Scooby : do be do
V witty
Profound!!
Perfect.
My brain - do do duh do do do do duh
Fred Flintstone: Yaba daba do.
"Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one"
-Marcus Aurelius
I keep seeing his quotes every where but they really all have gaping holes? How do we actually know what a good man is? And what if YOU don’t know what a good man is? I mean if you did you wouldn’t be arguing about it would you?
@@earlgrey4013 Well, the Stoics follow the Cardinal Virtues. Wisdom, Justice, Courage and Temperance. These virtues are somewhat the bedrock of what makes a good man in the Greco-roman school of thought.
I read this from the book “ The Intelligent Conversationalist “
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It's helpful to remember Meditations was Aurelius' diary, written for himself. He had had some background in Stoicism and he agreed with its doctrines but needed to commit himself to its practice. Many of us will still need to think a few things through a little.
@@earlgrey4013 Axioms - Self-evident truths. Consistent anti-oppression. Live and let live - the basis of an abolitionist(s) approach to animal rights, for example. If we can be happy and healthy without harming others, why would / should we? If we are honest with self - Being "good" is very simple.
My older sister is practically an expert at stoicism. She's practiced it for almost her whole life, and she's inspired me and my twin brother to do the same. Learning about the philosophy of stoicism not only helped me learn more about it, but it also helped me understand my sister, too. Thanks, Ted-Ed!
That's cool!! Someone like that to look up to.
Hey I hope you answer this, do you know what made your sister practiced it?
That's really awesome!
How old is she? How did she come across stoicism
_“It is not the man who has too little, but the man who craves more, that is poor.”_ - *Seneca, the Younger*
"Tell your heart that the fear of suffering is greater than the suffering itself" - The Alchemist
I read "The Alchemist" too but I totally disagree that fear of suffering is greater than actual suffering. Fear is a mechanism to stop you doing something but it's also a deep feeling acttached to so many other emotions. I wanted to die but only this fear kept me alive that my mom will be devastated and her suffering will be doubled. Never underestimate the power of fear. It's the one of the strongest emotions.
@@seetu1500 he is used the word greater so it doesnt nullify the suffering itself. if you have fear of suffering than the suffering wont happen itself
Seetu it can also be interpreted as not taking risk is worst than taking risk.
@@seetu1500 Cool story bro, now please go waterboarding at Guantanamo Bay.
most of The Alchemist is pretty shallow level philosophy, and kinda vapid. But I will say that that idea is an important for many to understand, the mind very much so amplifies what the reality will actually end up being.
if designers / animators read these comments - guys you did an amazing job, those animations are superb! thank you very much!
@Kelvin Klopper Not bad, but actually it's not consequent. The 'if .... then ...' motif doesn't occur in the sentence, only the 'if ...'. Also the ' - ' mark indicates that the part before that is not related to the part after the mark as you think, so it couldn't be a logical implication anyway.
Szilveszter Forgo found the english teacher
I agree!
Yes, I agree. It's beautiful.
Isn't it fascinating how our pursuit of positivity can sometimes lead to negativity? Mark Manson's insight challenges us to reconsider our approach to happiness. Embracing our negative experiences might just be the path to finding true positivity and contentment.
"Sometimes to live is an act of courage"
I don't know how much my suicidal self needed to hear this
Edit: Thank you everyone in the replies for checking up on me i had to take a break from all social media to focus on my mental health and i'm in such a better place now. Its honestly wholesome to know so many strangers care about you love yall
I hope you’re ok
I hope you are doing better now.
You good?
It's the most courageous act anyone can do. And at times, the hardest.
Please live , i love u and care about u ❤
10 Ways to Be More Stoic:
1.) Transform everyone into a teacher.
2.) Say no to the easy way, seek out challenges.
3.). Be strict with yourself but tolerant of others.
4.) Allow the journey to be the thing.
5.) Transform envy into emulation.
6.) Stand on the shoulders of giants.
7.) Forgive yourself and forgive others.
8.) Fall in love with Fate.
9.) Always practice courage, temperance, and humor.
10.) Remember, the obstacle is the path.
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1 recognise what you can and cannot control
2 you determine your reaction towards a crisis
3 ignore people dominated by negative emotions
Choose the easy way, if there are no consequences.
Why do we challenge ourselves into something that results the same, as without a challenge?
@@jesterrgae To become sharper, more robust, antifragile. Choosing a challenge over the easy route leads to a sharpening of the blade of the Self.
@@self-inflictedphilosophy I said if there are no consequences, what you implied there was a consequence.
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The thing many people miss whilst observing Stoicism is that it doesn't follow the typical standards of positive thinking that are pushed in today's philosophy. The philosophy of today would have you think that you should remain positive at all times with no exception. That differs greatly from how Stoicism works.
For example, Marcus Aurelius would practice something called Negative Visualization for a short time in the morning. He would think of all that could go wrong in the day, what he would do to remedy each problem, and after this allotted time, he would move on from it and go about his day not thinking about it unless something actually went wrong. If something did go wrong, he was already prepared for it and could better remedy the situation. This is not to say he was a negative person. He was just better prepared to handle negative impacts if they happened.
This is where the problem of positive thinking at all times is understood. If you do not prepare yourself, you are more susceptible to the weight of a negative situation being greater than if you had already been prepared for it. This is why so many people become depressed and their world stops. They don't have the necessary coping skills built in. (I'm not saying it's the whole reason people become depressed. Just giving an out for some of that stress of hard situations)
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Lovely insights, thank you.
I think the key point of Negative Visualisation is you have to move on from it once you have come up with the solution for each potential problem. Unfortunately, most people don't do either of those things (i.e. find a solution and move on). They just dwell on the non-existent problem and make themselves anxious and stressed for no reason.
But in his negative visualization he ended up making the negative into a positive so it’s technically a positive visualization. A true negative mindset would be let’s say a problem arose in your mind you would think it’s the end of the world which would lead to anxiety. What he did was he took things into perspective and made the best out of those situation.
And yet still, in all of its own entirety and/or entireties, and in every single sense of these words, and also in all honesty and truthfulness and wholeheartedness and sincerity, the irony and/or ironies here are that Marcus Aurelius, as such as like the majority of and/or the entirety of individuals and/or peoples such as philosophical teachers and/or philosophers, rarely, if ever, taught and took and applied everything else, including their teaching and/or teachings upon the entirety of their own lives and ways of thinkings and livings. Then and yet again, Stoicism, and all of the majorities of and/or the entirety of its variation and/or variations, and just and as like the majority and/or the entirety of any other philosophical teachings and learnings, has majorly and/or entirely of only unhelpful and unhealthy and unworthy negatives than its helpful and healthy and strong and worthy positives.
I like the stoics. It's one of the few philosophies that is easy to entirely agree with.
you are amazing
James Cashman
they also avoided doctors.
Oh great so they really where shitty nutheads like all the rest
@friendly neighborhood neocon There you are wrong. stoics would rather focus on rationalizing the situation they've gone through, look at problems of society that caused a situation and try to make their best to change it. Nelson Mandela was imprisoned because of his believe. in prison, he learned, that there might be "greater reason" he was imprisoned and thought about how to prevent it by learning logos and stoicism. he accepted, that he was kept in prison, he really didn't try to blame anyone for it and tried to make his experience count by fighting those inquealities or the bad treatment he witnessed himself and changed the situation once he was out of prison. but not with the power to fighting physically rather with him reuniting his people with his speeches and make them stand together. that's what stoicism is about I guess. you see flaws, accept them as human flawed behaviour, even on yourself, and try to make the best of this flaws of human nature. that's why they tend to "harden up" emotionally, by not feeling bs'd for what happened to them but rather accept it and try to change it for you and everyone concerned
*James Cashman* Agreed...
I'm glad this video explores stoicism beyond the surface-level idea. It's important to remember that stoicism does not mean being disconnected from your emotions and pretending that they don't affect you. Rather, stoicism helps give you the power to survive and keep living when giving up is not an option, but feels like the only one available.
The animators had achieved at least one of the elements of stoicism, which is courage.
I can't even begin to imagine the workload and the pressure to deliver such a flawless animation.
"Discipline is to know the difference between what you want now and what you want the most".
Hello cursed robot. I thought you were dead
love it
Great quote. Thanks for sharing
"It Be like that" - Zeno of Cyprus
“Sometimes it do”-Jesus Christ
It sometime does.be because. - Potter harry
YA ba da DO!- Fred Flintstone
Ok
Stoicism is an essential philosophy that helped me improve my fitness and nutrition. All this time I kept searching for the right "exercise" and the right "calories" when all I need is the right mindset. Improve your mental and everything will take care of itself. I hope this helps someone
“do or do not, there is no try”
- Marcus Aurelius
or yoda
i thought yoda said that LFMOO
That was Yoda 😅
Yoooddddaaaaa....lol
Sometimes, even to live is an act of courage
meh *shrugs shoulders
*proceed to suicide
mamertvonn HEY
...DONT DO THAT!!
Except, you're not experiencing anything that could be considered courageous to overcome
We're all infinite beings
Is that the only thing you got from the video?
I lost my meditations book by Marcus Aurelius, I hope someone found it and read to change their lives for the better.
I think the same about my lost "The Alchemist" book 👍
I think the same about my physics book which got stolen👍😎
ok
@@boringname3657 .............tf
@@boringname3657 WTF!?
"Today I escaped anxiety. Or rather, I discarded it, because it was within me, in my own perceptions- not outside."
"How much more grievous are the consequences of your anger than the causes of it."
- Marcus Aurelius
It took me 50 years, but I finally realized I am a Stoic.
"Oh, you are, are you?" -Epictetus, who always wanted to meet a Stoic
The four cardinal virtues
wisdom - navigate complex situations in a logical relaxed manner.
temperance - exercise of self restraint and moderation in all aspects of your life
justice - fairness to others even when they have done wrong.
courage - not just big things in life, facing each day with clarity and integrity.
I think i have a bit of temperance.
I have Justice.
I, too, watched the video.
HEART!
Thankyou
please do more about other school of philosophy
Ley Fagarita is there a video on nihilism already I'd really like to see that
Ley Fagarita check out the channel "School of Life" they do a lot of videos like this, and they have a series on philosophy !
magonzalez2104 thanks! 😃
School of life is a bunch of demagogues feeding us twisted filtered controlled concepts (mostly philosophers) brutally murdered the core foundation of certain philosophies.
Orie E but that's what philosophy is, isn't it? You look at the wisdom of past philosophers, interpret it based on your own thoughts, and come out with your own philosophy
I've always admired stoic traits and tried to emulate them myself. Never knew there was a whole philosophy around it.
I turned to philosophy the exact same way as Zeno (of course no shipwreck) however many events occurred to me (getting dumped, parents splitting and my grandmothers passing). My grandmother convinced me to be the avid reader I was (which I neglected for awhile).
One day walked into a bookshop looking to find a novel to keep my mind busy from these negatives, instead finding M.A Meditations. Gave me sense of direction what to do with myself guide myself and nurture ones mind. It's a lifelong process I'm slowly unraveling but definitely worth it to all. Even if you don't like philsophy you'll definitely walk away with something.
this is the true embodiment of stoicism. Hope you are doing better now, pal.
there are more videos at th-cam.com/channels/8gmMGhqD131nodZ_d2qOwg.html . Thanks
This video is one of the reasons TH-cam needs a 'love button'.
This philosophy helped me manage my depression and anxiety. I'm proud to be a student of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus.
Check out the works of Musonius Rufus. He taught Epictetus and his works focused more on how one can practice Stoicism.
Cringeeeeee
Good for you 😁
@@strainsofjasmine5658 that was never necessary
@yohohoho ok lol
Stoicism is the best practical philosophy of life I've found so far.
I suffered an anxiety and low mood due to occupational burnout, I have even been seeing a therapist, although my therapist didn't tell me about it, her advises are somehow similar to stoicism and thus began reading stoic books. They do help me a lot.
"We suffer not from the events in our lives, but from our judgement about them!" - EPICTETUS
all hail epictetus
Okay, only a philosopher could believe such nonsense!😄
When getting all your teeth knocked out, accept it, be positive and tell yourself now you'll give better head.
Literally EPICtetus
@@janmenschlichsein5392 Nice opinion.
This is similar to my life xD
I was homeless, walked in a library to read a random science book, now I'm on my final year at uni studying molecular biology.
Give proof or didn't happen
No.
well if its true then I'm certainly very happy for you!
Congrats
If this is true then congratulations
I know I'm grateful for these pieces of Art containing these much-needed teachings and preachings.
I appreciate how the Stoic teachings emphasize the importance of maintaining inner tranquility and composure amidst external chaos, echoing the timeless wisdom of finding peace within oneself.
that sad moment when Ted-Ed teaches me more than school does
Showing that school in a couple of decades will be replaced by something better.
probably because you are spending more time on youtube than school
don't be sad, be disappointed in school. Honestly school sucks at its job.
Depends on your country's education system, teacher, school and etc.
SirTurdle Well I am happy that they do :) and you can with them still learn even if you are an "adult" ^_^
"With not much else to do he wandered into a book shop [...] and preceded to seek out and study with the cities noted philosophers."
Then the next scene:
"As Zeno began educating his own students ..."
Well, that -escalated- educated fast.
Kijubei omf lol
Kijubei I mean it's not a biography of his life, it just recapped the events that led to his teachings.
I'm thinking something didn't make the cut.
city's
Ha ha! Very good!
“I don’t care who Socrates is. Tell me did you do your homework?” - My mom
Underrated
Nice.
Ayooo 😂
lol
That twist 💀
I didn't say that.
- Albert Einstein
This channel, together with In a Nutshell, The School of Life and Crash Course are one of my favorites.
George Orlando de Assis Machado thanks for the sugestions
Lucas C, what would you like to see in a philosophy podcast that these people do not do?
Fahrenheit 451
School of Life is cool though I don't like that channel. I'm not saying that's totally a bad thing, but I think they're quite subjective towards certain topics.
Lucas C check out academy of ideas
Beautifully done.
Eudaimonia agreed! the style of animation and clarity of speech was a perfect combination
I never realized, until a few days ago, how much of my principals in life are similar to stoicism. It's so good to know there's a philosophy that matches my world view so much.
This video is clear, concise, and explained thoroughly...I was searching for something that would explain the core principles of stoicism, as I find some stoic qualities to be present in myself! I often seek balance in my actions, trying to maintain a moral path, practicing self control when dealing with others and in matters of health. However, often if I am harassed by others, I may reply somewhat harshly (but only when a just response is due). That is one place where my tolerance is not completely healed, however I think if I live a healthy life, I can attain all the tolerance I would require.
Spend 4.5 minutes taking screenshots
Bhavik Tibrewala wow I’m glad that I’m not the only one
I love how everyone gets into the same mindset when they commit to learning stoicism, best of luck guys
Lol, same here man
I took handwritten notes,felt good
Did same.
..I really enjoy this philosophy: It's like I've been attempting to follow this, without really having a name for it. Can't stress how impactful this was for me
~The Common Cliche~ exactly the same here - I was drawn to this way of living before I even knew it was a school of thought. When I read Aurelius and Seneca my soul was so happy that I had found "my philosophy"
Flores Rivas except it's a fraud and a waste of time: their highest calling is to cease all activity and their monks are glorified bums begging for food in exchange for blessings. Christianity's where it's at, the worker's religion. Also happens to be the truth, booya.
Max Falto you fundamentally misunderstand Buddhism and dare I say Christianity if those are your thoughts thereon.
Flores Rivas people are ready to listen when They are ripe and ready to understand. Nones path is linear so don't be so quick to judge our friend Max Falto just cause he's not yet there. Give him the benefit of The doub.
The Stoics had some good ideas, but they didn't have a method to achieve lasting happiness. In mindfulness meditation we now may have one.
Wow! Initially, I didn’t think this would be a very inspirational video, being so short, however I am truly inspired now. I want to learn to more about Stoicism!
Continue to come back and listen to this short clip. Learned a lot by listening to it over and over again.
Turns out i've been doing this since a long time ago without knowing it's actually a thing .. im happier than ever now.
Edit: thank's for the likes
English is my third language so try to focus on the idea instead of my grammar .
And somehow i am still happy
YOURE SICK
@@farjanakhan6371 you are sick
We all are sick
Maybe we are just lazy
Same actually. I never knew I was following stoicism until now.
"this entire comment section is quotes that vaguely make sense"
-Some smart dude
Was looking for that one dude to make a smartass comment lol
😂😂😂😂😂😂 lol
Daniel Torres 😂😂😂
LOL, join the community and see their meaning. I promise they will give you chills as it does for all the other stoics.
@@DanielTorres-ee4pl isn't it all about Your interpretation of the comment?
Massimo Pigliucci's breakdown of Stoicism is both enlightening and practical. His ability to articulate the essence of Stoic philosophy makes it accessible for anyone seeking a more resilient and mindful life.
I appreciate how he emphasizes the timeless relevance of Stoicism in navigating the challenges of the modern world. The focus on what we can control and the power of rationality resonated deeply.
Thank you for this thought-provoking exploration into the heart of Stoicism. Looking forward to delving even deeper into this profound philosophy!
I’m not the most articulate writer. But living 31 years and being a current alcholic , recovering addict , been homeless and been a janitor for a hospital for 5 years . I am grateful for my experiences because I know what rock bottom feels like and don’t fear it any longer. I know what it’s like to have love girlfriends friends and the exact opposite. But it’s how I choose to go about the situation that matters , so for anybody reading this , life is going to punch you in the face , I’m going to need you to fight back. A good day and a bad day last the same timeframe.
"Sometimes, even to live is an act of courage" Beautiful Quote and Philosophy
exactly
Billy But Whole SOMETIMES not always.
You may leave this life at any moment - have this possibility in your mind in all that you do or say or think.
-Marcus Aurelius
Tony Kant Even
I wish I could copy and paste this to research this quote's validity, but I'm on mobile. Unfortunate.
From the meditations, book II
CodeKillerz I've read the book, I did & can confirm its authenticity.
Tony Kant Even whoa...
Actually inspiring. Unfortunately (for me), it gives me anxiety. T-T.
Stoicism helped me go from being so depressed and anxious I was nearly hospitalised on several occasions to being a calm and happy person and I take no medication at all. I now feel for most other people for not having the same mental tranquility I have but it’s hard to convince people to study stoicism even those who knew the person I used to be and saw the results. Marcus Aurelius was a legend!
I've been shivering the whole video. It resonates so much with my life, oh gosh
"Editing is god level "- isaac newton
"Give up on your dreams and die" - Levi Ackerman
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Captain Price 😂
"dealing with life as it is while pursuing self improvement "
"approach to life"
-those lines are amazing
Ted Ed has taught us more than our school ever could.
From all the books and articles I've read about Stoicism, this video made it much more clear to understand.
A quote in the Sikh Holy Book states: "we conquer our mind, we conquer the world " (Mann Jeete Jag Jeet"
So much wisdom all around the world, and they mostly point to one thing! Isn't it amazing?
Amazing
Super naina..thats why manjeet is a common name in sikh community
I can't describe how much I like this, I've never had a word for the things I try to live by. My definition for stoic had always been emotionless, I had never seen the actual definition.
Stoicism isn't emotionless though. Stoics control their emotions, not the other way around. They waste no time with regret and redirect their negative emotions and failures into positive change.
It's resiliency
@@frankytoad12 To build on your point there's a difference between controlling emotions and suppressing emotions. Someone who suppresses their emotions will, sooner or later, be controlled by them. Being able to actually feel and express your emotions is what enables you to have "control" over them
I used to do some gigs at this little tiny hole in the wall coffee shop and book store. The owner, who had met Frankl a few times before he passed, and has spoken at events related to him and his teachings several times, and on top of all that had a doctorate and one of her focuses was in Logo Therapy. We spoke about it fairly often when I was "off the clock" as I tended to gravitate to their philosophy section.
When they sold the shop and retired she gave me a gift and it was a copy of each of his books. I've read them several times each and I will treasure them always.
this was a very calming and informational video, thank you.
The virtue of stoicism has been ringing in my head for weeks, then I saw this. What a lovely Monday morning.
I'm a stoic and i didn't know it.
Same
You’re a poet, don’t ya know it
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Me too! Literally freaked out i was living it not knowing 😂
Same. I always used to call it “being awake” before I found out it’s real name.
Thank you Ted-ed. This is a really good video for anyone interested. I don't know how many times I've come back to touch base.
"How can you face the problem if the problem is your face?"
-Me
😂😂
Lololol...
XD
You look in the mirror mate
Lol
Stoicism seems to be a lot of things combined: being practical, self-control, moderation, love the enemies but hate their sins, and posses daily courage. Avoid being carried away by emotional extremes. Stoics control themselves to gain control of their lives.
There is no such thing as control over life, but you got the first part right.
@@memidiane38no control over life. But control over yourself.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy was inspired by Stoicism. It has helped me so much with my anxiety/depression.
A book I recommend for someone interested in a modern take on this philosophy is Ryan Holiday"s "The Obstacle is the Way"
Stoicism is a philosophy, whilst CBT is more of a line of thought. Stoicism also seems to fall more in line with realist philosophy, but I get where you're going.
YoAntoNeo I never thought of a connection between the two. Just in general a knowledge of philosophy and philosophical methods can help one with psychological problems.
We need some or the other meaning to live. Philosophy gives us that definite meaning, a sense of belonging to something definite.
My CBT therapist actually recommended that The Obstacle is The Way to me like half a year ago. Checked it out of the library and studied it. Liked it so much I finally bought my own copy yesterday along with two other Ryan Holiday books.
anxiety is Fear Fears are thoughts thoughts are yours not the other way arround control your thoughts and you will control yourself cause you are strong brother . i descovered now by cultivating mind now i have words for my errors my hopes and what am I
This was exactly what i needed in this time of my life
Thanks TED 🙏🏾☹️
I study and practice this philosophy everyday.
life sucks
but theres no use moping about so lets enjoy the time we have
Truly an admirable philosophy
What you just said is NOT stoicism. If you think life sucks, you clearly arent a stoic.
Yes indeed.
Stoics believe life must have pain, it is what gives life meaning, that there is opposition. Stoics embrace pain and suffering as a part of life but avoid it much as possible but do not throw a fit when it does come. They're realists.
Loosely translating "sucks" into meaning "hard" does match with stoicism philosophy. I doubt it if anyone truly thinks it isn't wonderful to exist.
@@leonlx564 Stoicism understands that life is suffering.....but nonetheless you have to do your best. As Epictetus said " Bear and Forbear". They are certainly not giving you a rose tinted view of life. Stoics had a tragic view. I'm curious about your opinion..... what in Stoicism is it based on?
Having ADHD made me realise the neuroscience basis of stoicism. "We suffer not from the events in our lives, but from our judgement about them!" Epictetus and this quote speaks volumes about the connection between the prefrontal cortex(PFC) and the limbic system. In ADHD, the connection between the cortex and the limbic system is not as strong, leading to the inability to suppress the amygdala's emotional responses to the stimuli received through our sense and especially when fear has been conditioned in us which leads to anxiety. Ever since my ADHD was treated and found other strategies to reverse the perpetual worsening of my mind before such as exercise, abstaining from excessive stimuli like social media or online explicit content, and mindful activities like meditation or mind wandering, my ability to regulate and tolerate external stimuli that were previously negative to me is now much much better. Learning about stoicism also helps me recondition my learned fears into courage and more rational thinking.
Agreed, I mainly subscribe to this philosophy because I recognize that my emotions and will are something I need to have more control over, which can be difficult with adhd.
@@cabnbeeschurgr6440 agreed
ADHD is not real
@@jimmymane2960be for real
_“Life's like a play: it's not the length, but the excellence of the acting that matters.”_ - *Seneca the Younger*
can we just appreciate how amazing the art for this video was
The animation is really nice!😃
I was going to say that :V
DO you think it was using Abode after effects?
Science Pro windows paint for sure
Science Pro windows paint for sure h
yep, i agree!
t never ceases to amaze me: we all love ourselves more than other people, but care more about their opinion than our own.” - Marcus Aureliu
hup
I'm hearing about this for the first time today, but i just realised that it has been my philosophy for the past two years, definitely gonna be reading more
Extremely helpful. This was what I was looking for.
Stoicism is a very beautiful idea to appreciate but very difficult to apply. It will depend a lot on the kind of life you live, and it certainly can't be taken fervently and ideologically, as being doctrinal.
Interestingly, the stoics themselves acknowledge it was an incredibly difficult philosophy to live by, with the pinnacle of the 'stoic sage' being an almost god-like figure (who would be content even in the brazen bull torture device of ancient Greece!).
I think taking any one idea or philosophy on something fervently is the wrong way to go. One needs to see a different perspective every once in a while.
lalaithan I see your point
I've had a lifelong fascination with stoicism and try to apply it as much as possible. My grandmother died yesterday and I've been the pillar holding my family up. Stoicism is hard, and I'm not an expert on stoicism, but it does help you maintain control of your life and your emotions. You jsujt have to make sure you dont go too far and abandon your emotions and become a nihilist or eliminate any kind of emotion (which is what some people think stoicism is).
The way I look at it, different philosophies are like different physical training regimens. There isn't a true answer, but some yield bigger or more results, and can also be balanced with others. Who's to say that the cyclist can't also swim? Or that the swimmer can't also be a runner. Balance is a key factor in all things, which is also a key component of virtue found in stoicism anyway.
This philosophy has given me a framework to understanding life and learning to be content with what I have. Stoicism can help any of us who are feeling lost in this world, I myself felt like this, like a part of me was missing; I remember watching my first video on stoicism, with a thought that told me this is what I was looking for. I don't think I will ever forget that moment in my life.
"People don't think it be like it is, but it do."
-Oscar Gamble
Massimo Pigliucci is great. Thank you.
Life: i'm gonna beat you up
Stoic: not if i beat myself up first.
no, that's fight club
A stoic knows, sometimes you get hurt in life. Stoic should try to understand the reason why this happened. Did their own actions contribute towards getting beaten, or was it merely happenstance. Absorb the blow, learn from the experience and keep on keeping on.
Life: I'm gonna beat you up
Stoic: That's why I have been training.
Life: I am gonna beat you up
Stoic: Bring it, my name is Spock
Beat the meat
We have but one string to play, and that's our attitude.
Very true our attitude towards things and others, even life itself. Meaning the universe does listen.
@@siphelelesokhela7859 actually stoicism starts with a foundation of pantheism that is where logos comes in. To the stoic it is not that the universe does not listens to you, lest you forget you are part of it, rather it is that the universe can listen in ways you never could
"Bungee gum has both properties of rubber and gum"
- hisoka
finally, some culture in these comments
😭😭
thanks for making me laugh
WHY AM I SEEING THIS EVERYWHERE😭
Cultured person here
Thank you TED-Ed and Massimo 🙏
Only those who have cultured virtue and self control in themselves can positively change others. Amazing words!
I reccomend you all read "Enchiridion" by Epictetus. It's just a few pages but will help you big time.
Armando Andini Link please?
Το εγχειρίδιο του Επίκτητου ! (in greek)
Armando Andini saw your comment two days ago, finished the book yesterday. Came back here today to thank you for recommending this to me. So many quotes to make you think about, so many great lessons to learn. Wow. What an absolutely amazing book. Stoicism really is a great philosophy, which in my opinion should be followed by everyone. I might even pick up reading Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations again. Thank you Armando.
@Eric Miret Thanks man, will do
I stopped listening when he said Mandela was struggling in jail for fighting for racial equality. He wasn't a peaceful political activists, he was the leader of a terrorist organization called MK which killed many many innocent people of all races, he possesed a huge stock of explosives and weapons... Until the angloglobalists chose him to play that role. Whitewashed all his history and hid all they could his wife's atrocities (death collars, beat people almost to death, put tyres around the neck and burning them alive). TD is just globalist propaganda.
I love this video. To carry one's cross and suffer silently are actions that better oneself and the ones around him.
I've thought about this kind of stuff before.. Something that I wanted to strive for. I never knew there was a word and philosophy around it.. Out of the 4 virtues, I think I've struggled with the temperance one the most. As for justice, I say often that one of biggest problems in the modern world is a lack of mutual respect. Respect strangers till they prove otherwise. If I took pride in any of them, I'd say it was courage. No point in being scared of a challenge, just jump in and get your feet wet; there's always a solution, but not if you don't give it your all, physically and mentally.
right after my emotional breakdown i forgot that my greatest power is having a philosophy of stoicism, and i am now in forward to improve this in myself more 💪🏻
Tathagata says:
By earnest effort, discipline and self-control,
Let the wise man build for himself an island which no flood can overwhelm.
I love this
"The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts." - Marcus Aurelius
In the face of adversity,
We stand firm and unyielding,
The Stoics, unshakeable,
Our hearts and minds unbridled.
We do not seek to flee
The troubles of this world,
But rather, to confront them
With a steadfast and composed swirl.
We do not crave pleasure,
Nor do we fear pain,
For we know that both are fleeting,
And neither can remain.
We seek only wisdom,
And the strength to endure,
To accept what we cannot change,
And to act with grace and poise, for sure.
For the Stoic, serenity
Is the ultimate goal,
A mind at peace,
Amidst the chaos of the soul.
So we march on, undaunted,
In this mortal coil,
With courage in our hearts,
And Stoicism as our shield.
WHO are you quoting? :)