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Summary

The undefined website provides a curated list of Stoic Letters, published weekly and updated as of April 5, 2024, covering a wide range of topics from personal development to philosophy.

Abstract

The undefined website presents a collection of Stoic Letters, a series of philosophical essays that explore various aspects of Stoic philosophy and practical wisdom. These letters are arranged in chronological order of their publication, with the latest update made on April 5, 2024. The series includes topics such as the value of work, the meaning of life, the importance of consistency, and the nature of joy and enjoyment. The letters are intended for both new readers and those already engaged with Stoic teachings, providing insights into how to live a virtuous and fulfilling life. The author encourages readers to explore foundational pieces like "Why Do Anything?" and "Pragmatic Wisdom" to understand the overarching themes of the series.

Opinions

  • The author values the discernment of readers who appreciate the Stoic Letters, indicating a belief in the depth and relevance of the content.
  • The author suggests that new readers should start with specific foundational letters to grasp the essence of Stoic philosophy as presented in the series.
  • There is an emphasis on the practical application of Stoic wisdom to everyday life, as evidenced by the diverse range of topics covered in the letters.
  • The regular updating of the list implies a commitment to maintaining a current and accessible resource for readers interested in Stoicism.
  • The inclusion of a photograph with a caption referencing a Honda CB 750 suggests a potential parallel between the reliability and timelessness of both the motorcycle and Stoic teachings.

Stoic Letters in Chronological Order

For easy reference, here are the Stoic Letters in the order of publication — Updated April 5, 2024

Photo by Author — Honda CB 750

If you are already enjoying the letters in this series, you are a discerning reader.

If you are new to the Stoic Letters, see Why Do Anything? for an explanation of what they’re all about.

And if you want to know more broadly what this publication does, see Pragmatic Wisdom — explained.

I update the list weekly as stories are published!

001 On Being Busy 002 On Consuming Social Media 003 On Friends, Not Followers 004 On The Quest for Immortality 005 On The Stealth Philosopher 006 On Sharing Wisdom 007 On Public Opinion 008 On The Teacher’s Duty 009 On Friendship and Philosophy 010 On Attending to Yourself 011 On Introverts 012 On Aging 013 On Anxiety 014 On Keeping a Low Profile 015 On Exercise Routines 016 On True and False Philosophy 017 On Wealth 018 On Deprivation 019 On Retirement 020 On Consistency 021 On Posterity 022 On Sticking to Your Decisions 023 On Finding Joy in the Right Places 024 On Conquering Fear 025 On Admitting Mistakes 026 On Senior Citizens 027 On Things of Lasting Value 028 On Traveling to Change 029 On Easy Lessons 030 On Reaping What Has Been Sown 031 On The Value of Work 032 On Continuous Improvement 033 On Instagram-Worthy Quotes 034 On A Successor’s Success 035 On Like Minds 036 On Defining Your Own Success 037 On Keeping Your Promise 038 On A Good Talk 039 On Drinking Deeply 040 On Composure 041 On Looking Within 042 On The Meaning of Life 043 On Rumor and Fact 044 On Class and Philosophy 045 On Words and Meaning 046 On Your New Blog 047 On Bosses and Underlings 048 On Word Games and Worthy Matters 049 On How All Things End 050 On Those Who Will Not See 051 On Seven Popular Places 052 On Role Models 053 On Knowing Your Limits 054 On Existence and Its Opposite 055 On Cohen’s Condos 056 On Calm Amidst Bedlam 057 On Outrunning Yourself 058 On Existence 059 On Joy and Enjoyment 060 On Dangerous Goals 061 On Living a Full Life 062 On Good Examples 063 On the Proper Measure of Grief 064 On Philosophers, New and Old 065 On Fundamental Rules 066 On Stoic Virtues 067 On Endurance 068 On Private and Public Service 069 On Abiding in One Place 070 On The Will to Live 071 On The Greatest Good

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