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    You Must Practice This | The One Path To Serenity

    enJanuary 12, 2024

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    • Journaling was a daily practice for the StoicsThe Stoics used journaling as a tool for self-reflection, growth, and applying wisdom to their lives

      The Stoics, despite their wisdom and influence, were not superhuman. They faced the same emotions and challenges as we do. However, their habit of journaling set them apart. Epictetus, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius, among others, used writing as a tool for self-reflection and growth. They wrote down their thoughts, reviewed their actions, and practiced philosophy daily. This habit allowed them to apply their wisdom to their lives and prepare for the future. The practice of journaling goes beyond keeping a simple diary. It is a philosophy in itself, a way to revisit and apply the lessons we learn from our teachers, our reading, and our experiences. As Foucault observed, this era was marked by a culture of personal writing. By incorporating journaling into our daily routine, we can reflect on our past, prepare for the future, and deepen our understanding of the wisdom we encounter.

    • Embrace the Stoic Way of Living Through Daily JournalingWriting down stoic lessons, reflecting on them, and making journaling a daily habit can help achieve serenity and happiness by focusing on what's within our control and surrendering the rest

      Practicing stoicism through journaling is an effective way to achieve serenity and happiness. It's not enough to just read or hear the lessons; one must write them down, reflect on them, and make them a daily habit. The Daily Stoic Journal is a helpful tool for this practice, with morning and evening meditations and weekly themes. The journal's leather cover is an added bonus. Stoicism teaches us that the only thing within our control is our ability to make choices and use reason, and we should focus on that. The rest is outside of our control and should be surrendered to God and fortune. Reminding ourselves of this throughout the day can help us stay focused and serene. So, start journaling today and embrace the stoic way of living.

    • Focus on what you can control and practice surrender for the restEmbrace the idea of not truly possessing anything, focus on controlling what you can, and practice surrender for the things outside of your control to find serenity

      According to the ancient philosopher Epictetus, the path to serenity lies in focusing on what we can control and practicing surrender for the things outside of our sphere. Epictetus, who lived as a slave during a time of political corruption, violence, and manifest injustice, understood the importance of this concept deeply. He believed that we don't truly possess anything, including our own bodies and lives, and that eventually, these things will be taken back from us. This realization can be empowering and beautiful, reminding us that there is only one clear path to serenity: focusing on what we can control and practicing surrender for the rest. This may not be an easy path, but it is a simple and straightforward one. It's a reminder we could all benefit from, not just in the modern times, but in any time. So, let us strive to remember this daily, and focus on what we can control, rather than getting angry or resentful about things outside of our sphere.

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