by Pawan Barapatre | Aug 13, 2025 | Philosophy
For over two thousand years, Stoicism has stood on four unshakable pillars: Courage, Temperance, Justice, and Wisdom. These are not abstract ideals—they are the tools we can use daily to face hardship, make better choices, and live with integrity. 1. Courage –...
by Pawan Barapatre | Aug 13, 2025 | Philosophy, Uncategorized
Stoicism isn’t about being cold or emotionless—it’s about living with clarity, courage, and resilience. These nine habits, inspired by ancient Stoic wisdom, can help you stay grounded when life gets tough. Control the controllable Marcus Aurelius reminded...
by Pawan Barapatre | Aug 13, 2025 | Philosophy
Life throws obstacles at all of us—unexpected setbacks, personal struggles, and moments when quitting feels easier than continuing. The ancient Stoics faced the same tests and left behind timeless guidance for pushing forward with resilience and clarity. Here are...
by Pawan Barapatre | Aug 13, 2025 | Philosophy
1. Decide What “Rich” Means to You Marcus Aurelius pointed out a paradox: we love ourselves most, yet often let other people’s opinions define our choices. Modern financial coach Ramit Sethi uses a similar idea in what he calls “The Rich Life”—a personal vision of a...
by Pawan Barapatre | Aug 13, 2025 | Philosophy
Epictetus once said that every situation comes with two “handles.” One is heavy and impossible to lift—it represents focusing on the hurt, the unfairness, or the wrongdoing. The other is light enough to carry—it’s the perspective that sees connection, shared humanity,...
