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London Stoics is for anyone interested in the philosophy of Stoicism seeking to cultivate excellence of character.
Members are invited to consult the primary sources: Marcus Aurelius' Meditations, Seneca's Letters and Epictetus' Enchiridion and Discourses.
We are part of the Stoic Fellowship, an international community fostering the knowledge and practice of Stoicism through in-person and online events.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Practical Philosophy - Stoicism with the Aurelius FoundationThe Hellenic Centre, London£33.22
Register and pay on Eventbrite to attend:
http://practicalstoicphilosophy.eventbrite.co.uk/
Welcome to Practical Philosophy: Stoicism with the Aurelius Foundation!
Join us for an enlightening in-person event in London at the remarkable Hellenic Centre where we delve into the teachings of Stoicism. Discover how this ancient philosophy can help you navigate modern challenges and cultivate a resilient mindset. Our knowledgeable speakers from the Aurelius Foundation will guide you through practical exercises and discussions to apply Stoic principles in your daily life. Don't miss this opportunity to explore timeless wisdom in a vibrant city setting. See you there!
We will be joined by keynote speakers Dr John Sellars, Founding member of Modern Stoicism and the Aurelius Foundation and author of 'The Art of Living: The Stoics on the Nature and Function of Philosophy', 'Stoicism', 'Hellenistic Philosophy' and 'Lessons in Stoicism' and Kathryn Koromilas, founder of the Stoic Salon, writer and creativity coach.
We wil also be hosting interactive workshops, listed below, which you will be able to choose on the day (on a first come first serve basis):Kathryn Koromilas, Teacher & Coach – How to Live a Complete Life, One day at a Time
Professor Christopher Gill – Stoicism & Modern Politics
Justin Stead, Founder & Andrew Griffiths , Executive Coach - CEO Decision Making , Stoics in Business
Andy Small, The Prison Stoic – The Dichotomy of ControlPlease kindly note that this is an in-person event and there will be recording on the day. By purchasing a ticket you are consenting to your image/ audio being captured, please do contact us if you have any queries.
- Meditations by Marcus Aurelius - Book 1Bunhill Fields Meeting House, London£15.00
- read event description before signing up
- register on Meetup to attend
- update RSVP if plans change
- arrive before 3pm
- read the Book before session
- review the Questions
Reading Time - 15 minutes
Knowledge of prior Books is not required
Gregory Hays translation used in session
Meditations is one of the greatest works of spiritual and ethical reflection ever written. With a profound understanding of human behaviour, Marcus provides insights, wisdom, and practical guidance on everything from living in the world to coping with adversity to interacting with others.
Explore this timeless collection that has been consulted and admired by leaders, readers and thinkers throughout the centuries.
Questions we'll explore
1. Who had the greatest influence on Marcus and why?
2. Which lessons are most compelling and why?
3. Are you surprised by any of the debts/lessons? Are there notable omissions?
4. How would you cultivate virtue without similar role models to Marcus?
5. Who has had the greatest influence on you and what are your debts/lessons?
To fund the costs of room hire and Meetup subscription £15 is payable
To minimise admin there are no refunds/credits unless the meeting is cancelled. Refunds exclude Meetup/PayPal fees.
If you sign up and can no longer attend, please Edit RSVP asap to "Not going" so someone else can take your spot.
There is no waiting list if the event is full. Please check this Meetup page on the day of the event, as a spot may become available if there is a late cancellation.
If you sign up, and do not Edit RSVP to "Not going", and are a no show, you will be removed from the Group and can rejoin after 3 months.
