The document discusses the philosophy of Stoicism and how its principles can help one deal with challenges and implement change. Some key Stoic concepts discussed include distinguishing what one can control (responses) from what one cannot control (external events), minimizing negative emotions, practicing virtue, and accepting circumstances as they are. The document provides tips for Stoic change agents, such as choosing a philosophy of life, embracing one's current situation, and celebrating demonstrations of self-control.
31. We cannot
change the
past
There is no
value in being
anxious about
the future
32. Two elements must
therefore be rooted out
once for all, - the fear of
future suffering, and the
recollection of past
suffering; since the latter
no longer concerns me,
and the former concerns
me not yet.
- Seneca
52. As we are
angered by
others, they too
are angered by
us.
We must go
easy on each
other
53. Perpetual anger is tragic. Life is too short to
stay angry.
An angry person is a torment to those around
them.
Why not become a person who is loved while
alive and missed when gone? Anger is anti-joy,
why be anti-joy when it is within your power to
experience joy?