Core Principles Flashcards
(4 cards)
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Dichotomy of Control
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This principle is at the heart of Stoic ethics. Stoics believe that we only have control over our thoughts and actions, not external events.
2
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Virtue as the Highest Good
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Stoics believe that the ultimate goal is to live a virtuous life. This means acting with wisdom, justice, courage, and temperance.
3
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Living in Accordance with Nature
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Stoics believe in living in harmony with the natural order of the universe. This means understanding our place in the cosmos and accepting the inevitable flow of life.
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Resilience and Acceptance try
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Stoics embrace adversity as a necessary part of life and see it as an opportunity for growth. T
