Inspiring Quotes from Stoic Philosophers
Stoicism is a philosophy that helps people to live their ‘best life’. It aims to inspire positive emotions, diminish negative emotions and sharpen character virtues. During our current situation of dealing with a worldwide lifechanging pandemic, Stoic philosophy offers encouraging reference points for responding to challenges. It’s wise words can make us reflect on what is valuable in the midst of strife. There are an abundance of suggestions on how to strengthen our character and state of wellbeing through taking charge of our thoughts and perceptions. I’ve gathered here a selection of inspiring quotes from the Stoic School of philosophy to reflect on. “The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.” Marcus Aurelius “Choose not to be harmed and you won’t feel harmed. Don’t feel harmed and you haven’t been.” Marcus Aurelius “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.”