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Zeno of Citium—considered the founder of Stoicism

the external things cannot disturb inner peace only judgment can man master of self eudaimonia is goal live virtuously Stoicism is a school of Hellenistic philosophy that flourished in Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. The Stoics believed that the practice of virtue is enough to achieve eudaimonia: a well-lived, flourishing life. The Stoics identified the path to achieving it with a life spent practicing certain virtues in everyday life such as courage, temperance, and living in accordance with nature. (Information from Wikipedia.com)

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Tom Woody

Date: 11/25/2023 5:55:00 AM

You've poetically described this belief system well. It is opposed to the notion of needing a savior, ie, Jesus. When you think about it, it's interesting how many religions, philosophies, belief systems have existed in the world.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 11/25/2023 8:42:00 AM

thanks for your visit, Tom, and for sharing your thoughts and opinions. I agree with you. The different wisdom teachings are fascinating....studied and compared/contrasted them back in my college days...truly opened my heart, mind, and spirit. Have a blessed day, Sara

Ink Empress

Date: 11/25/2023 4:45:00 AM

Ah dear beautiful sara, as always we are connected and you weave exactly my thoughts, I’ve been lately learning more about stoicism and how to really use stoicism in everyday life. As most of their beliefs really coincide with me too. Like being grateful and kind to not just others but to ones own self etc. I think it also plays an important role in acceptance and forgiveness something I strongly believe too . Love this insightful poem deep soul. You amaze me always. Sending you ligh, FAVE

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 11/25/2023 4:52:00 AM

dearest Ink--Your words touched me deeply. Over the years I've incorporated many of Stoicism's beliefs into my daily life. I agree, acceptance, forgiveness, and love of one's self is paramount. I erroneously once believed self love was egotistic. It can be when taken to an extreme. I'm grateful you found my poem insightful. Thanks for the fave. Your visits & words are always filled with your light. Have a splendid day, Sara

Silent One

Date: 11/25/2023 2:41:00 AM

You described it simply.. The Greek were the original founders of so many ways to live life stress free and in tranquillity.. so many wise teachings and philosophies.. you put it so poetically..

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 11/25/2023 4:33:00 AM

thanks for stopping by and for your complimentary words. I appreciate your thoughtful and kind comments. Have a splendid day, Sara

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 11/24/2023 9:09:00 PM

eudaimonia: I learned a new word today ! Will you ever cease to amaze me Sara :)

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 11/25/2023 4:34:00 AM

aww, thank you for such wonderfully kind words! Glad you learned a new word today. Have a blessed Saturday, Sara

Valsa George

Date: 11/24/2023 8:43:00 PM

Well done my friend. What many say tediously about stoicism, you have explained in very few words. Your explanation is lucid and matter of fact. If it is for the contest by Sotto poet, all the Best!

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 11/25/2023 4:37:00 AM

thank you, sweet Valsa, for stopping by. I appreciate your kind comments...those mean a great deal to me. Wishing you a splendid day, Sara

Paige Hind

Date: 11/24/2023 5:42:00 PM

This was most enjoyable. Well-'said' :)

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 11/25/2023 4:36:00 AM

thank you, kind Paige, for your visit. Glad you found my poem enjoyable. Have a great weekend, Sara

Charles Messina

Date: 11/24/2023 3:14:00 PM

Very Nice, Sara. That's what I love about poetry...we learn so much! Have a nice evening :)

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 11/25/2023 4:35:00 AM

thanks for your visit, Charles. I share your sentiments about poetry. We learn so much and get to feel so much vicariously. Truly marvelous experience! Have a pleasant Saturday, Sara

Yann Rolland

Date: 11/24/2023 2:37:00 PM

really loved your poem, wisdom is précieux, may be i am a stoicist after all, thanks you Sara

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 11/25/2023 4:28:00 AM

thanks for your visit, Yann. I'm grateful you sincerely enjoyed my poem...perhaps there's a bit of stoicism in each of us??? Have a pleasant day, Sara