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April 18, 2024

Paternity Break Announcement (And Baby Name Reveal)

Like it says. See you May 6th, Prokoptôn. Take care until then! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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April 8, 2024

The First Philosophers

Anya Leonard, creator of Classical Wisdom and Classical Wisdom for kids, is filling in for me today because my wife and I just had our first baby, THIS MORNING, and Anya is a dear friend who wants to help ensure …

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April 5, 2024

Improving Your Self-Esteem The Stoic Way

In today's episode of "Practical Stoicism," I tackle the deeply personal and often challenging topic of improving self-esteem. At its core, low self-esteem is a lack of self-approval, a revelation that can evoke a powerful em...

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April 2, 2024

Living And Thinking Minimally As A Stoic Who Values Simplicity

In today's episode of "Practical Stoicism," I explore the concept of living simply, not in the sense of minimalism as it's often portrayed—with a focus on physical belongings and a Scandinavian design aesthetic—but in the rea...

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April 1, 2024

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Who is the current Roman Emperor? Okay, so the Roman Empire no longer exists -- but if it did, who would have rightful claim to the throne? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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March 29, 2024

Breaking Bad Habits And Habituating Good Ones

In this practical episode of "Practical Stoicism," I delve into the critical art of forming good habits, a cornerstone of personal growth and self-improvement. Starting with a deep dive into the nature of bad habits—those tha...

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March 26, 2024

Understanding Purpose And Meaning Through Stoic Philosophy

In this enlightening episode of "Practical Stoicism," I delve into the profound realization that the search for purpose and meaning in life becomes increasingly urgent as we age. I explore the journey from the invincibility f...

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March 22, 2024

An Hour With A. A. Long

Ladies and gentlemen, A.A. Long. The man responsible for Stoicism's contemporary revival. We talk about free will, Zeno's criterion of truth, virtue ethics beyond the Classical period, and more. I hope you enjoy this special ...

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March 18, 2024

Choosing Not To Be Angry With Others

In today's episode, we embark on a Stoic journey to manage anger, exploring how Stoicism provides practical tools for transforming our emotional responses. I delve into the Stoic distinctions between proto-emotions and assent...

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March 15, 2024

Stoic Strategies For Dealing With Procrastination

In today's episode, I delve into the pervasive issue of procrastination, a mental health symptom that seems to afflict us all in various degrees. From the stress of not being able to afford housing to the pressures of societa...

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March 11, 2024

Dealing With Our Heartbreak Stoically

In this episode I delve into the painful experience of losing a relationship, particularly one that we didn't want to end. I highlight the acute distress caused by breakups, where someone actively chooses to leave, unlike dea...

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March 8, 2024

Are Personality Types Helpful To Stoics?

Greetings, listeners. It's remarkable to witness our community's growth, now exceeding 100,000 listeners every Monday and Friday. Your continued support is truly appreciated. Today's episode delves into a thought-provoking qu...

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March 4, 2024

Virtue Is Its Own Reward

In today's episode, I tackle the enduring Stoic principle that "Virtue is its own reward." This exploration is a personal journey into the heart of Stoicism, examining whether this ancient wisdom holds true in our contemporar...

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March 1, 2024

3 Steps To Forgiving Others

In today's episode, I delve into the profound theme of Forgiveness within the framework of Stoicism, a topic that resonates deeply with both my personal experiences and the Stoic principles I strive to embody. I commence with...

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Feb. 26, 2024

The Balance Between Being Just And Being Nice

It is not always Just to be nice, but it is always nice to be Just. This is easier said than done. Can Meditations 5.32 and a bit of heavy Monday morning reflection help us get better? If not, there's …

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Feb. 23, 2024

Philosophy Is More Than Just Stoicism And Not Just For The Grown-Ups

Anya Leonard is my friend and one of my heroes. She's built something really incredible over the last 10-years (ClassicalWisdom.com) and I think it is as important a contribution to mankind as was Britannica compiling the gre...

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Feb. 19, 2024

Pain & Death: Are These Natural To Fear?

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Feb. 16, 2024

5 Steps To Becoming Good

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Feb. 12, 2024

Stoics Might Not Really Exist, But Prokoptôn Must

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Feb. 9, 2024

Dealing with Anger and Rage Through Physical Sport (with Michael Trem…

Tanner Campbell converses with Michael Tremblay, an MMA fighter, writer, and co-creator of Stoa Stoic Meditations app. They delve into several topics, including the role of sport and exercise in addressing rage and anger. Mic...

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Feb. 5, 2024

Stoicism in Practice (February '24)

In this week's episode of "Practical Stoicism," host Tanner Campbell tackles a diverse set of questions from Patreon supporters, diving deep into the application of Stoicism in modern life. Campbell begins by addressing the n...

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Feb. 2, 2024

The Biographing of Marcus Aurelius (with Donald Robertson)

Donald Robertson joins Tanner Campbell to discuss his new book, "Marcus Aurelius: The Stoic Emperor," published by Yale University Press. The conversation delves into the life and philosophy of Marcus Aurelius, shedding light...

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Jan. 29, 2024

Should Women Study Philosophy?

In today's episode, I explored the question of whether women should engage in the study of philosophy, particularly Stoicism, through the lens of Musonius Rufus, a Roman Stoic philosopher. Musonius was asked if daughters shou...

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Jan. 26, 2024

Turning Regret Into Stoic Growth

In today's episode, I dove into a contemplative discussion on grief, regret, and the nature of our reactions to loss, drawing inspiration from Seneca's "Letters of Consolation to Marcia." Seneca, in his own verbose manner, of...

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