Stoicism Archives

(Jeffrey Howard)

Garry Gergich the Stoic

Parks and Rec expounds a great deal upon the teachings of Stoicism, but it is Garry Gergich—not Ron Swanson—who embodies the Stoic ideals.

(Ibrahim Rifath)

Critiques of wanderlust by Ralph Waldo Emerson and the Stoics have far-reaching consequences for our ability to lead meaningful lives.

(Brooke Cagle)

If you succeed in shifting your goals internally, you’ll be happier, because what other people do is largely beyond your control.

(Clem Onojeghuo)

Many in the US are experiencing emotional unwellness, while our foundational institutions are rattling. CBT can help with both.

(Toa Heftiba)

Reading the news feels awful but ignoring it doesn’t feel right either. A stoic mindset shields us from catastrophy—and inspires action.