What we’re about
Welcome to the Stoic Philosophy Practice Group! Our group is dedicated to the exploration and practical application of Stoic philosophy in our everyday lives. Our goal is to foster a supportive community where individuals can deepen their understanding of Stoicism and cultivate the skills necessary to embody its principles.
We welcome anyone who is curious about Stoicism, from beginners to experienced practitioners, as our discussions are designed to accommodate diverse levels of familiarity with the philosophy. Whether you're seeking guidance in navigating life's challenges, developing a philosophy of life, or finding tranquility of mind amidst the chaos of modern living, you'll find fellow travelers here.
At our events, we'll dive into thought-provoking discussions, explore practical exercises, and share personal insights and experiences. From exploring Stoic texts to reflecting on real-life scenarios, we strive to bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that Stoicism becomes a tangible and transformative force in our lives.
Join us on this journey of self-improvement and philosophical growth. Connect with like-minded individuals, learn from one another, and embark on a path towards living a more virtuous, resilient, and tranquil life. Together, we'll navigate the challenges and triumphs of practicing Stoicism in the modern world, drawing inspiration from the timeless wisdom of this ancient philosophy.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Stoicism 101: Week 7 - The Right Way to Receive and ReturnLink visible for attendees
Join us for an evening of Stoic philosophy and discussion. We'll kick off the event with a short presentation exploring one of the core ideas of Stoicism, focusing on its real-world application with some practices drawn from the texts. Following the presentation, we'll break into smaller groups for a lightly-facilitated discussion about the topic.
This week, we’ll be discussing the right way to receive and return benefits so that we build bonds of love and interdependence with others. We'll talk about how gratitude returns the debt of kindness, how to deal with ingratitude, and whether we should be grateful to God and Nature. We'll end by discussing a practice from the texts designed to help us put all this advice into action in our daily lives.
Here's the video we'll be watching: https://youtu.be/QRhvE5v4654?si=ReeLQjtrtYvnFlTE
And here's the text, along with the rest of the resources for the course: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JjU3qBsv6kMcwngnXmVh5cY-7ONt-qvQ0TRR1akOANI/edit?usp=sharing
Thanks so much for your interest, and please remember:
"There is no such thing as good or bad fortune for the individual; we live in common. And no one can live happily who has regard to himself alone and transforms everything into a question of his own utility; you must live for your neighbor, if you would live for yourself." - Seneca, Letters from a Stoic, Letter 48
- Stoicism 101: Week 5 - CourageLink visible for attendees
Join us for an evening of Stoic philosophy and discussion. We'll kick off the event with a short presentation exploring one of the core ideas of Stoicism, focusing on its real-world application with some practices drawn from the texts. Following the presentation, we'll break into smaller groups for a lightly-facilitated discussion about the topic.
This week, we’ll be discussing courage, bravery, and freedom. We’ll also be going over a couple practices; one to get over our fears of embarrassment and another to get over our fears of everything else.
Here's the video we'll be watching: https://youtu.be/P8OtewAhzDc
And here's the text, along with the rest of the resources for the course: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JjU3qBsv6kMcwngnXmVh5cY-7ONt-qvQ0TRR1akOANI/edit?usp=sharing
Thanks so much for your interest, and please remember:
"There is no such thing as good or bad fortune for the individual; we live in common. And no one can live happily who has regard to himself alone and transforms everything into a question of his own utility; you must live for your neighbor, if you would live for yourself." - Seneca, Letters from a Stoic, Letter 48
- Stoicism 101: Week 8 - On the Shortness of LifeLink visible for attendees
Join us for an evening of Stoic philosophy and discussion. We'll kick off the event with a short presentation exploring one of the core ideas of Stoicism, focusing on its real-world application with some practices drawn from the texts. Following the presentation, we'll break into smaller groups for a lightly-facilitated discussion about the topic.
This week, we’ll be discussing how thinking about death in the right way can help us stop wasting our lives. We'll talk about how we waste our time, what we should be spending it on instead, and how to finish our lives each day. We'll also discuss two practices to help us at this task; Reading & Writing, and a mindfulness practice designed to help us remember that not even the next hour is guaranteed.
Here's the video we'll be watching: https://youtu.be/via5UsNE44o?si=ahDMBIPsDfrZsonD
And here's the text, along with the rest of the resources for the course: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JjU3qBsv6kMcwngnXmVh5cY-7ONt-qvQ0TRR1akOANI/edit?usp=sharing
Thanks so much for your interest, and please remember:
"There is no such thing as good or bad fortune for the individual; we live in common. And no one can live happily who has regard to himself alone and transforms everything into a question of his own utility; you must live for your neighbor, if you would live for yourself." - Seneca, Letters from a Stoic, Letter 48
