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Let It Shift: A Stoic Reflection on Change

Change is constant—and often uncomfortable. The Stoics teach us how to meet it not with fear, but with perspective, steadiness, and grace.
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Stillness Beneath the Surface: A Stoic Reflection on Anxiety

Anxiety thrives when we cling to what we can’t control. The Stoics offer a quieter path—one that returns us to what’s steady, clear, and within reach.
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When Injustice Wins: Marcus Aurelius and the Quiet Strength of Character

What do you do when injustice wins? Marcus Aurelius offers a calm but powerful answer: hold fast to your character, and let the waves break around you.
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What’s in Our Control? Epictetus’ Simple Test for Peace

Feeling overwhelmed? This Stoic technique helps you let go of what you can’t control—and refocus on what you can.
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What Is Stoicism? A Guide to the Ancient Practice of Living Well

What is Stoicism—and why is it still so relevant today? Discover how this ancient philosophy helps us navigate modern life with clarity and calm.
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The Four Virtues of Stoicism: A Framework for Living Well

Wisdom. Courage. Justice. Temperance. These four virtues formed the Stoics’ blueprint for a meaningful life—and they still offer guidance for ours.
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The Role of Reason in Stoic Philosophy: Thinking Clearly in a Noisy World

In an age of distraction and reaction, the Stoics saw reason as the key to resilience, clarity, and living well.
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Can Someone Be a Christian and a Stoic?

Can Stoic philosophy and Christian faith coexist? This reflection explores how the two paths might support each other in practice, not conflict.
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“Focus on What You Can Control”: The Stoic Rule That Changes Everything

Stoic philosophy teaches us to focus on what we can control. This simple yet powerful practice transforms stress, frustration, and uncertainty into clarity and action.
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Living According to Nature: What the Stoics Really Meant

When the Stoics spoke of living according to nature, they meant more than following instincts. Discover how reason, virtue, and connection define the Stoic path.
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Finding Joy in the Ordinary: Stoicism and the Quiet Wisdom of Zen

Both Stoicism and Zen teach that joy isn’t hidden in distant dreams—it’s found in the simple moments we often overlook.
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Stoicism and Meditation: A Quiet Partnership

Stoicism and meditation both teach the power of slowing down, observing your thoughts, and living with greater clarity. Together, they offer a quiet, practical path to resilience.
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Journaling Like a Stoic: A Daily Practice of Reflection

The Stoics wrote not to impress, but to align. Discover how journaling helped them stay grounded—and how it can still support daily reflection and growth today.
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Memento Mori: How the Stoics Faced Death

The Stoics saw death not as a threat, but as a reminder: life is short, and you are here now. This Foundations article explores how that awareness shaped how they lived—and how it can shape us, too.
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Unshaken: A Stoic Response to Rudeness

When someone is rude, it’s tempting to react in kind. But the Stoics teach us a better response—one that protects our peace without surrendering our values.
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