ONLINE: “The Stoicism of Ben Franklin”
Details
This is the Monday night meeting for Orlando Stoics. It's online.
Donald Robertson wrote an article about the life and Stoicism of Ben Franklin. It reveals that Franklin was more than just a supporter of Stoic values! He created a system of 13 virtues, which adds significant ideas to the 4 cardinal Stoic virtues that we normally study.
READING MATERIAL
As usual, I'll prepare an outline of discussion points, so you don't have to read or watch in advance.
TIMEZONES
Meeting time (USA):
7:00PM Eastern
6:00PM Central
5:00PM Mountain
4:00PM Pacific
For our international friends:
8:00PM São Paulo, Brazil
12:00AM London and Ireland
1:00AM Berlin
1:00AM Madrid
3:00AM Dubai
4:30AM Mumbai
4:45AM Kathmandu, Nepal
8:00AM Seoul, South Korea
9:00AM Sydney, Australia
ZOOM LINK
CLICK TO START MEETING - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82659560546
If you don't have a computer with camera, you can also dial using a phone. Pick one of these numbers and add ID 826 5956 0546#
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US
+1 301 715 8592 US
Our group enjoys open-minded, respectful conversations on Stoicism and how it relates to science, culture, philosophy, other belief systems, and even pop culture (books and movies). Sometimes "we agree to disagree", but the long-term goal is to improve our minds via group discussions.
In general, Stoicism teaches us how to handle difficult people and events, how to avoid anger and worry, and overall to use moderation in all aspects of our lives.
This meeting is free and open to the public.
ONLINE: “The Stoicism of Ben Franklin”