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Most people come to Stoicism for the Dichotomy of Control: the idea that some things are up to us, and everything else isn't.

It’s often sold as a "life hack" for instant calm. But what happens when you can’t control your anger? What happens when you can’t just "will" yourself to be happy?

Does that mean Stoicism is failing you, or are you missing the true depth of the practice?

For our next session, we will be diving into Michael Tremblay’s insightful critique: "What Many People Misunderstand about the Stoic Dichotomy of Control."

About This Gathering
​ Our live conversation will center on:

  • Why the word "control" might actually be a bad translation.
  • If something is “up to me,” why can’t I just change it immediately?
  • Where does personal responsibility end and unrealistic self-pressure begin?
  • What happens when we replace control with cause?

Whether you’re new to Stoicism or have been practicing for years, this conversation will challenge the common “life hack” version of the philosophy and invite something more honest.

Resources
To get the most out of our conversation, please read Tremblay's short piece here: What Many People Misunderstand about the Stoic Dichotomy of Control

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