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Hey Reader, Welcome back to Living Better—your ultimate playbook for a life well-lived. We serve up science-backed wisdom, eye-opening insights, and heartwarming stories that'll inspire you to elevate your game. Stoicism, a philosophy rooted in ancient Greece, teaches us the art of acceptance and the wisdom of differentiating between what we can control and what we cannot. In this edition, we'll dive into the Stoic philosophy of letting go, a powerful tool for navigating life's uncertainties and embracing change. Today's Sneak Peek...
Long-Form ReadsUnderstanding Acceptance In StoicismStoicism encourages us to embrace change, accept uncertainty, and find strength in our ability to adapt. Acceptance in Stoicism isn't about passive resignation, but active engagement with what life presents. It focuses our energy on letting go of what we cannot change to attain true peace. ➣ Go Deeper: Why Is Acceptance So Powerful? ​ QuoteStoicism And Emotional HealthStoicism's approach to emotional health entails making the best of situations and understanding our power in shaping our responses. It teaches that emotion stems from our judgments and that by changing our judgments, we can change our emotional responses. The Stoic philosophers didn't just endure adversity; they welcomed it. Why? Because they perceived the unpredictability, adversity, and obstacles of life to be opportunities in disguise and raw material for growth. As you go forward, remember Epictetus' wisdom and focus on what you can control. Next time you face a stressful situation, pause and ask yourself: Is this within my control? What can this situation teach me? How can I emerge stronger? What new doors might this open? This approach isn't about ignoring difficulty. It's about transforming it into a catalyst for personal development. ➣ Go Deeper: ​How To Use Stoicism To Support Mental Health​ QUIZ: Which statement about letting go best falls in line with Stoicism?​1. We can and should let go of what we cannot control​ Beyond LWM: How to Get What You Want By Letting Go [The Backwards Law]Mark Manson, a self-help author and blogger known for his best-seller The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, discusses how to find happiness by letting go. The Stoic Perspective: Embracing ChallengesMarcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher, once noted: "The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way." This powerful thought suggests that obstacles are not just barriers but pathways to progress. ➣ Go Deeper: 10 Stoic Rules From Marcus Aurelius​ 5 Strategies For Living Like A StoicEmbracing Stoicism's philosophy of letting go can be transformative. Here are five easy strategies to get you started:
➣ Go Deeper: The Only Thing You Need To Get Good At​ POLL: What is something you would benefit most from letting go of?​1. Mistakes​ Community SpotlightDive into the heartwarming stories and inspiring journeys of fellow Living Better community members! Each week, we'll highlight your very own experiences, challenges, and triumphs to showcase hope, kindness, and overcoming adversity. This week, we're highlighting Jessica's moment of joy: "My son, Bodhi, is nonverbal autistic. I didn't know if I would ever hear him say the words 'I love you,' but it happened while I was taking ​this video​.
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He talked more in this one minute than I'd ever heard him talk in the past 5 and a half years.
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Bodhi is an amazing child who appreciates the small things in life. He stops to smell the roses, listens to every tune and smiles at every detail.
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More people should be like Bodhi."
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- Jessica, Living Better subscriber
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