Stoicism – Living a Meaningful and Harmonious Life

Who: People interested in Stoicism and/or self-development

Why: The purpose of this group is to establish a sense of community through the shared interests of Stoicism and self-development. Our programs are aimed at providing its members with the knowledge and inspiration to live more meaningful and harmonious lives. We try to achieve this by exploring the philosophy of Stoicism and its concepts:

1. The Dichotomy Of Control: things that are within my control: my thoughts and actions. Things that are outside of my control: everything else.

2. The 4 Cardinal Virtues: it is in my nature to behave virtuously. The fundamentals are:

a) Courage: face my fears b) Temperance: stabilize my thoughts

c) Wisdom: respond rationally d) Justice: care about other people

3. The Obstacle Is The Way: the obstacles in my life are blessings, in that overcoming them makes my body and mind stronger.

4. Sympatheia: be an objective thinker by understanding that we have a mutual interdependence on the whole of humanity.

5. Memento Mori: meditate on my mortality.

6. Premeditatio Malorum: the only certainty in life is that nothing is certain. I should prepare for any disruptions that may occur while detaching myself from outcome.

7. Amor Fati: to not only accept fate but to love it.

8. Reflect (journal): reflect on my day by exploring the feelings and actions that occurred

"Associate with people who are likely to improve you. Welcome those whom you are capable of improving. The process is a mutual one. People learn as they teach" - Seneca

The purpose of this group is to establish a sense of community through the shared interests of Stoicism and self-development.

RSVPs are essential (only 12 spots available each week).