Live Like a Stoic

Question 1

Who was the first Stoic?

Answer 1

Zeno of Citium (Cyprus), around 300 BC. A merchant that lost almost everything in a storm. Founded the Stoa school of philosophy.

Question 2

What are the three major topics of stoicism?

Answer 2

1. Live according to nature
2. three-disciplined practice
3. The dichotomy of control

Question 3

What are the three stoic disciplines?

Answer 3

1. The discipline of desire
2. The discipline of action
3. The discipline of accent

Question 4

What are the 4 virtues?

Answer 4

1. Practical wisdom: Understand what is within your control, what is not, and what are your preferred indifferents.
2. Justice: Showing kindness and fairness to others and always dealing with people according to our morals. Honesty, integrity, … Treat others as you would want to be treated.
3. Self control: Temperance, and all things in moderation. Show self discipline and control, and aspire to be mindful.
4. Courage & Fortitude: Show courage in following the virtues and fortitude when dealing with pain or discomfort.

Question 5

What are the main stoic principles to live by?

Answer 5

1. Appreciate the shortness of life
2. Live in the present
3. Don’t seek others approval
4. There are not good or bad events, only your perception of them.
5. Identify what is, and is not in your control
6. Find happiness in virtue