First of All, What Is Stoicism?
Stoicism is an ancient Greek and Roman philosophy that teaches the development of self-control and fortitude as a means to overcome destructive emotions, focusing on living in accordance with nature and reason. It emphasizes the practice of virtue as the highest good, where one's peace of mind comes from understanding what is within one's control—namely, one's own judgments and actions—and accepting what is not.
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