The Stoic Community™ episodes

Hard Work Is Enough: Ignore the Doubters
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Feel like your efforts are never enough? Crave validation and recognition from others? Explore the ancient philosophy of Stoicism through the story of Belisarius, a Byzantine general who faced ingratitude and injustice despite his brilliance and bravery. Learn to cultivate unshakable inner strength, resilience, and self-respect by recognizing that your efforts are always enough. Focus on intentions, efforts, and core values while detaching self-worth from external success, status, or others' opinions. Embrace Stoic wisdom from Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and other sages to find profound serenity and self-mastery. Join us on a journey towards unconquerable happiness and fulfilment.
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Timeline
01:21:The Stoic General Belisarius
10:08:The Pitfalls of Ego
18:24:Focus on What You Can Control
27:26:Doing the Work Is Enough
36:19:Conclusion: Embody the Stoic Spirit