Polygamy, Faith, and Reason
Stoddard, Scott · Scott Stoddard recounts his own very personal journey from religious fundamentalism to Stoicism; a journey many have travelled through the application of Reason.
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Restating Stoicism – not reinventing it
Glassborow, Nigel · Just as was the case two millennia ago, Stoic ethics are only to be perceived through an understanding of the Stoic physics and metaphysics, argues Nigel Glassborow.
Socrates’ ‘Divine Something’ considered against the rationale of Zeno’s Metaphysics
Glassborow, Nigel · This essay explores Stoic metaphysics in an effort to understand why what the ancients called 'natural', is often disparagingly and incorrectly referred to as 'supernatural' in the contemporary world.
Some Logical Reasonings About Schizophrenia
Ribeiro, Joao · The author argues that to understand schizophrenia, there is nothing better than Epictetus’ saying: “It is not the things that trouble you, but your opinions on them” (Encheiridion 5). This can then open a door to a better and more empathic understanding of people with this disease.
Taking the Blindfold off the Judge
Glassborow, Nigel · Making decisions based on ‘what is’, and not on one’s view of how one thinks it should be, is key to a healthy mentality.
Talking with the Cosmos
Glassborow, Nigel · In this exploration, Nigel Glassborow explains that, "from the Stoic perspective it makes perfect sense to recognise that we can commune with the Cosmos in that we share in its Logos – its mind faculty." He continues, "Through the ‘active principle’ we are individuals while also being one with the Cosmos and all that is manifested within it. This aspect of our metaphysics offers a place for such matters as Socrates’ daimonion, whereby we can be guided by a ‘divine something’."
The Blind Scientist and other Speculations
Glassborow, Nigel · Is it the watchmaker or the scientist that is blind?
The Last Interview: Social Oikeiosis COSP
Interview with Lawrence Becker · This interview with Prof. Lawrence Becker was prompted by a concern that many Stoics may be unaware of our responsibility for the well-being of all members of society.
The Stoic rationale and ‘Emotions’ in today’s world
Glassborow, Nigel · Nigel Glassborow argues that "The current emphasis on a person 'expressing' their emotions is leading to ever more people with emotional problems in that their emotions are getting out of balance with their rationality of the mind".
The Stoic’s need for a sound mind
Glassborow, Nigel · In this interesting reflection on consciousness, Nigel Glassborow attempts to answer this question: "[I]f we are not responsible for what our minds dish up and are not in conscious control of the decisions that our physical brains have already made for us how can we ever become better than we are?"
The rationale of the Stoic training
Glassborow, Nigel · In this essay, Nigel Glassborow distinguishes between 'aretê' and 'virtue' within Stoicism, and their relationship to 'eudaimonia'. He concludes that Stoic rationale tells us that to a great extent 'aretê' and 'eudaimonia' have little to do with what the Stoic is really aiming for.
Thinking like Zeno COSP
Nigel Glassborow · Stoicism, as envisioned by Zeno, is a theistic belief system that is about physically living life honorably and appropriately in a manner that aligns one’s will with the will of God – as Epictetus so clearly informs us.
Thinking like a Stoic
Glassborow, Nigel · Nigel Glassborow explains that if one believes in the Stoic metaphysics and its rationale, then many issues will be seen from a different perspective to that which is prevalent today. And for the good.
Hypomnemata and the Humorist
Nielsen, Steen · Steen Nielsen is a stand-up comedian, the kamikaze of the theater, who also writes cartoon captions and just about anything that requires an exceptional sense of humor and pays money. Recently, he was out of work, lost his apartment, and separated from his wife and children. So, no money, no home, and a family lost–all at the same time. Steen was also a student in his final term in the Marcus Aurelius School program, the term when original hypomnemata is required. Here’s what he wrote about this extraordinary time in his life.
Hypomnemata and the Humorist COSP
Steen Nielsen · Student and stand-up commedian Steen Nielsen reflects on the extraordinary time in his life and shares his insights on hypomnemata and the humorist.
Right and Wrong COSP
Erik Wiegardt · Scholarch Erik Wiegart examines one of his favorite Heraclitus fragments, “To God all things are fair and good and right, but men hold some things wrong and some right."
Stoicism and Bipolar Disorder: Reflections on Destruction and Resurrection, Philosophy and Doubts COSP
Ian Campbell · Reflections on destruction and resurrection, philosophy and doubts.
Using Actors' Techniques as Stoic Exercises
Everett, Martha · Martha Everett studied Stage Management at Guildhall in London where she received her BA Degree with Honors. She has been working as a freelance Stage Manager for 13 years in everything from fringe theater to national opera. Martha said, “I have always been fascinated by the daily discussions about the human condition that my job allows me to be part of; it’s been really fun feeding that experience into my Stoic practice.”
Using Actors’ Techniques as Stoic Exercises COSP
Martha Everett · Martha Everett applies Stoic principles to acting and to real life scenarios through several "Actor's Exercises" and "Stoic Exercises".
Death by Gangrene COSP
Erik Wiegardt · This essay examines Stoic concepts of death, suicide, and what lies beyond the grave in both theory and practice. To philosophers the subject of death is profoundly important and can often appear to be the only thing that really matters. It’s as true today as it ever was.
How Would a Stoic Govern Society? COSP
Paul Lanagan · In this article, faculty member Paul Lanagan examines how a Stoic would take a position on issues of importance to the public, and how they would deal with those who disagree.
Is the Cosmos Conscious and Providential?
Jenkins, Ryan · In this issue, Ryan Jenkins, Ph.D., examines the validity of the traditional Stoic claim as preserved by the Society of Epictetus that the cosmos is conscious and providential.
Is the Cosmos Conscious and Providential? COSP
Ryan Jenkins, PhD · In this issue, Ryan Jenkins, Ph.D., examines the validity of the traditional Stoic claim as preserved by the Society of Epictetus that the cosmos is conscious and providential.
Is the Cosmos Conscious and Providential? Take 2 COSP
Nigel Glassborow · A rebuttal to Ryan Jenkins' argument in Issue #22 regarding the providential and conscious Cosmos.
Being Content COSP
Erik Wiegardt · Written three years before the 2016 election, the author admits that it is hard to remember that life existed way back then, but it did.
Death on Mount Fuji COSP
Erik Wiegardt · In this article, Scholarch Erik Wiegardt describes his climb to the top of Mount Fuji and the various topics he contemplated along the way.
Favorite Quotes from Antiquity
Judge, Bob · A creative mashup of wonderful quotes from classical antiquity.
Stoicism for Those in Despair
Knighton, John R. R. · In this article, John Knighton draws together several truths from his own experience, links them to truths out of Stoic doctrine, and presents these as tools for certain people - particularly people who have lost hope, who are suffering, who cannot see a way forward, or who are contemplating self-destruction as a solution. The author asks such readers to tarry a while and contemplate his viewpoint, which might be beneficial.
The Pleasure of Tea COSP
Erik Wiegardt · Among those who know, being an expert on even one group of teas, such as the oolong, can be the work of a lifetime and can enjoy the same prestige in the tea community as the connoisseur of rare wines has in his. But, is this expertise acceptable for a Stoic? Is there such a thing as an acceptable Stoic pleasure?
The Stoic Handbook, Prep Edition
Wiegardt, Erik · Designed for mature teenagers who are preparing to embark on their Stoic journey. Written by the founder of the College of Stoic Philosophers.