Stoic Virtue is a spiritual philosophy that focuses on living a good life by practicing self-control, courage, and integrity.
It originated about 2300 years ago when the ancient Greek philosopher Zeno was inspired by earlier philosophers like Socrates, Aristotle and Plato, and came up with a simple but powerful idea: you can’t control everything that happens, but you can control how you respond.
This idea was later refined and popularized by Roman philosophers like Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Seneca.
Stoics believe that instead of getting upset about things you can’t change - like what people say, the weather, or unexpected problems - you should focus on your own actions and character. And they believe that true peace and happiness come from living by your values, not chasing fame, money, or comfort.
The four main virtues of Stoicism are:
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Wisdom (knowing what really matters),
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Courage (facing challenges with strength),
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Justice (doing what’s fair and right), and
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Temperance (keeping balance and self-control).
Stoics believe that by living in accordance with these virtues, you can become a better person. And in so doing you can be a better part of the greater whole, contributing to the good of others and the world around you.
