Mindfully Stoic

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In this video, we explore the myth of Daedalus and Icarus and the Stoic principles that can be derived from their story. As Daedalus and his son Icarus fly too close to the sun, the consequences of their actions serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of hubris and the importance of temperance. Drawing from Stoic philosophy, we reflect on the ideas of self-control, acceptance, and navigating...

In this episode, I talk with my good friend Will about his views, background, and struggles he has had in life. We discuss the Pathways to Meaning journal that he will be starting. Once he is completed, we will have him back on the podcast to discuss his experience.

In this episode, I will be discussing my background and catalyst for creating this podcast. Hope you enjoy. Comment if you would like to be featured in the next episode!

Have you ever heard of Kintsugi? It's a Japanese art form that involves repairing broken pottery with gold or silver lacquer. The philosophy behind Kintsugi is that the broken pieces are not something to be hidden or discarded, but rather to be celebrated and honored. The mended pottery becomes even more beautiful and valuable, with the cracks and imperfections becoming part of its story. This phi...

In this guided meditation, we'll be taking a journey through the body while also exploring the vast expanse of space. Join us in this body scan meditation to relax and fall asleep with ease. If you gained any value from this video, please consider liking and subscribing. #GuidedMeditation #BodyScan #SleepMeditation #RelaxationMeditation #SpaceMeditation #FallingAsleep #MeditationForSleep #DeepSlee...

While it is a natural part of life, death is often feared and seen as a negative thing. However, death is a double-edged sword that can bring both pain and growth, endings and new beginnings. In this video, we'll explore some reasons that can help us shift our perspective on death and see it as a transformative and powerful force in our lives. If you gained any value from this video, please consid...

Remember, as the Stoics believed, wisdom is not a destination, but a lifelong journey, and we can all take steps each day to cultivate this important virtue and live a more fulfilling life. If you gained any value from this video, please consider liking and subscribing. #stoicism #meditation #philosophy #mindfulness #buddhism #quotes #motivation #mentalhealth #relaxing #calm #wisdom

Today’s meditation is about the stoic virtue of justice and how it can inform us in our relationships and communities. Many people, past and present, perceive the stoics as being emotionless and lacking empathy for others. But it becomes apparent after reading the Stoic texts that the philosophy is rooted in compassion, empathy, and love for others for the greater good. Inspiration came from this...

Marcus Aurelius said, “The act of dying is one of the acts of life.” Today’s topic deals with death, more specifically that we all experience different types of death in our lives. Of course, we have death of the physical body, but also the death of the self within the human experience. Throughout our lives we have experienced the death of our ideas, memories, friendships, and identity many times....

Welcome to Mindfully Stoic. A channel dedicated to increasing mindfulness through the lens of the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Today's guided meditation is on the Buddhist concept of the non-toothache as described by Thich Nhat Hanh. The idea of non-toothache is to create a sense of mindfulness so that we can be both grateful and happy. If we are unable to be aware of our happiness, then we are...

What can an ancient philosophy teach us on modern issues like social media? While social media did not exist in the times of the stoics, the stoics provided wisdom on related subjects such as praise, idleness, and where to focus our attention. Our attention is one of the most valuable commodities. Link to Study: https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/danielgilbert/files/a-wandering-mind-is-an-unhapy-mi...

Today’s session will strictly be on breath work, specifically a method called box breathing. This method is really easy to remember and easy to use throughout your day when you need to calm your body and mind. Box breathing is when you inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, exhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, and repeat. If you have difficulty with 4 seconds, you can modify it to 2 or 3 s...

Welcome to Mindfully Stoic, a channel dedicated to increasing mindfulness through the lens of the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Today’s guided meditation is on the Stoic cardinal virtue of Courage. Stoic Courage can be defined by one's ability to live one’s principles and values despite opposition. It is the opposite of cowardice, or the running away from one’s fears and problems. For the stoic...

Hello everyone and Welcome Back to Mindfully Stoic Channel. Our channel is dedicated to increasing mindfulness through the lens of the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Interest in meditation, mindfulness, and contemplation has grown exponentially in recent years. For millions around the world, mindfulness has become a life-style choice, enhancing and enriching everyday experience. This guided medit...

Alcohol. Some use it to wind down after a long week, some use it to connect better with others on a social level, and others do it to drown their troubles. Whatever your reason is for drinking or abstaining, I will be discussing what the stoics taught, what modern science teaches, and my personal thoughts on the matter. Links: https://www.cdc.gov/transportationsafety/impaired_driving/impaired-drv_...

#amorfati #stoicmeditation #radicalacceptance Hello everyone and Welcome Back to Mindfully Stoic Channel. Our channel is dedicated to increasing mindfulness through the lens of the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Interest in meditation, mindfulness, and contemplation has grown exponentially in recent years. For millions around the world, mindfulness has become a life-style choice, enhancing and en...

Today’s guided meditation is about challenging our negative thoughts. A lot of the time when we are anxious, we have difficulty getting out of our head. The chatter that arises can be overwhelming and decrease our overall well-being. We will learn some questions that we can ask ourselves during times of stress and anxiety to alleviate these feelings and have a clear view of our situation. Music At...

By applying principles and practices of Stoicism and Buddhism, I was able to deal with the difficult emotions, stress, and anxiety that came with a Mormon Faith Crisis. I hope this video helps anyone going through a similar experience. Thanks for watching. Music Attribution: Music: Emotional by Rafael Krux Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5481-emotional License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmus...

Hello everyone and Welcome Back to Mindfully Stoic Channel. Our channel is dedicated to increasing mindfulness through the lens of the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Interest in meditation, mindfulness, and contemplation has grown exponentially in recent years. For millions around the world, mindfulness has become a life-style choice, enhancing and enriching everyday experience. Today’s guided me...

Today’s guided meditation is about how pain and what we perceive as negative feelings are a necessity in life. Viewing these feelings in this way can help us shift our thinking and allow us to more fully accept them when they come. We can see the important and crucial role that pain plays when it comes to experiencing joy. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfully.stoic/ Music At...

Hello everyone and Welcome Back to Mindfully Stoic Channel. Our channel is dedicated to increasing mindfulness through the lens of the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Interest in meditation, mindfulness, and contemplation has grown exponentially in recent years. For millions around the world, mindfulness has become a life-style choice, enhancing and enriching everyday experience. Today’s guided me...

Today’s meditation is all about the Stoic idea of eudaimonia. Eudaimonia for the stoics was the state of happiness, flourishing, and equanimity. It is believed that by embodying the four virtues and correctly applying reason that one could achieve this state. I will also be giving my own interpretation of Eudaimonia by explaining the meaning behind my design found in this video Follow me on instag...

Hello everyone and Welcome Back to Mindfully Stoic Channel. Our channel is dedicated to increasing mindfulness through the lens of the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Interest in meditation, mindfulness, and contemplation has grown exponentially in recent years. For millions around the world, mindfulness has become a life-style choice, enhancing and enriching everyday experience. In this meditatio...

This 10-minute guided meditation talks about stressful situations and how to alleviate some stress with a simple question: What happens next? Thanks for listening to mindfully stoic. Music Attribution: Drone in D by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3680-drone-in-d License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/