Practical Stoicism

Practical Stoicism

Is Stoicism the right life philosophy for me? We're unable to answer this question if we don't understand Stoicism honestly and thoroughly. Practical Stoicism explores this Ancient Greek philosophy carefully and thoughtfully, ensuring that anyone interested in learning what Stoicism is all about can do just that. Hosted by American philosopher of Stoicism Tanner Campbell.

Recent Episodes

Nov. 5, 2024

Accepting Mortality: Marcus Aurelius on the Purpose of Death (Meditations 2.12)

In this episode, I discuss Meditation 12 from Book 2 of Meditations , where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the transient nature of life, death, and the things we often fear or desire. Marcus emphasizes that everything in the Un…
Oct. 27, 2024

Living Without Fear: Lessons on Death and Purpose (Meditations 2.11)

In this episode, I discuss Meditation 11 from Book 2 of Meditations , where Marcus Aurelius reminds us to live each moment as if death could come at any time, encouraging a focus on living virtuously. Marcus addresses the na…
Oct. 21, 2024

Habituation and the Practice of Stoic Virtue (Meditations 2.10)

In this episode, I cover Meditation 10 from Book 2 of Meditations , where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the comparison between faults driven by anger and those driven by desire. He references Theophrastus, who argued that erro…

Recent Blog Posts

A Stoic Approach to Self-Esteem

Improving self-esteem is a journey that requires us to confront deeply ingrained perceptions of ourselves. Low self-esteem, or a lack of self-approval, can lead us to focus disproportionately on our perceived flaws. However, by applying Stoic princi…

The Stoic Path to Living Simply: Beyond Material Minimalism

Today's fast-paced world bombards us with the idea that more is better. However, the ancient Stoics present an alternative view: the value of living simply. Contrary to popular belief, Stoicism doesn't prescribe a minimalist lifestyle filled with Sc…

The Evolving Quest for Purpose: A Stoic Perspective

In the vibrant tapestry of life, the urgency to find our purpose becomes more pronounced as we age. When we're young, draped in the invincibility of youth, the concept of purpose often dances on the periphery of our consciousness, a distant concern …