If you ask most people why philosophy is important, they would give you answers like it improves your communication and analytical skills, teaches problem solving, or provides a great tool in the research process. These answers are true but most are in the realm of educational institutions. The Stoics approach to philosophy was never academic. Instead, Stoicism was developed more as a practical tool to help deal with negative…

          The ancient Stoics constantly remind us that our life and time is short. At first it may seem like this is a bad thing bad reminding ourselves that our life is temporary can actually bring positive impact in some areas of our lives. 1. Checking Our Ego Examples:    a) We put so much value on people’s reaction or like on our social media posts. We think we are the…

          I know. If you found the article title from google searches or social media platforms, you will ask “Why would you even read books about pain?”  It may sound counterintuitive but reading about other people’s struggles can lessen the pain of your own. It is one of the popular Stoic techniques called view from above in which whatever you are going through see it through in the grand scheme of…