>>7773586>Maybe you aren't ready for philosophy. Or if you are confused by excerpts or modern interpretationsI've read a good deal so far. I understand the bulk of stoicism, but as I said it's seems far too logical to me. Reason is held as the most lofty ideal. When really it is but another tool mankind uses in pursuing happiness or the betterment of oneself.
>>7767267Ideas like living in the present, and being able to keep a certain calmness sound all well and good.
Take this quote though
>>7767272Technically this quote isn't wrong that it is our perception of things that impact our worldview, but it is not as simple as turn a switch and everything is changed in an instant. A real change in perception doesn't happen in an instant. It takes time, musing, reason, and listening to your emotions. The training/concentration mind, body, spirit, and emotions must be done together in order to manifest change. It isn't just all in your mind, but in your essence and very being. Reason is just a concept that we accept based off what other people have dictated. To follow one concept as the means to self improvement would be a folly.
Lastly, Stoicism separates emotions into good and bad, when reality emotions are just emotions. To label them as good or bad misses the point. You're sad? Okay why? Maybe being sad is a good thing at the time. You're angry right now? Is your anger justified? If it is then it's nothing to feel bad about as long as you hone it in a meaningful manner. Separating emotions as good or bad, or striving to leave certain emotions out of life, isn't a recipe for success.
