He was amazed by the work of Socrates and what he had learned. He began educating his own students.He had three pillars on which Stoicism stands:<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Virtue</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Tolerance</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Self-control</li></ul>

Zeno of Cyprus

The name comes from the Stoa Poikile, a decorated public colonnade where Zeno had discussions with other people.In our world now, "Stoic" means someone who remains calm under pressure.But the original philosophy was about the rational structure of the universe. They called it "logos." For a better imagination, it could represent the brain, nerves, and webs.

Stoicism: Where Did It Come From?

We can control our emotions, opinions, mood, and reactions to situations.We often get triggered by our opinions and react angrily.In the end, we are responsible for 99% of our problems.Think about it next time when you are about to explode on someone for something trivial.

Focus on What You Can Control

Wisdom - Navigate complex situations calmly and informatively.Temperance - Self-moderation.Justice - Fairness.Courage - Facing daily challenges with integrity.

Cardinal Virtues

Even to live is an act of courage

The whole philosophy is not about being selfish or passive.It is about making rational, beautiful choices to help us live meaningful lives and improve ourselves on a daily basis.

Not Self-Minded or Passive

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What is the best life we can live? How can we cope with whatever the universe throws at us and keep thriving nonetheless? The ancient Greco-Roman philosophy of Stoicism explains that while we may not always have control over the events affecting us, we can have control over how we approach things. Massimo Pigliucci describes the philosophy of Stoicism. 

Lesson by Massimo Pigliucci, animation by Compote Collective.

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The philosophy of Stoicism - Massimo Pigliucci

Zeno of Cyprus

Stoicism: Where Did It Come From?

Focus on What You Can Control

Cardinal Virtues

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Not Self-Minded or Passive

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