Everyone from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and Wall Street investors to college kids have recently turned to Stoic wisdom as a guide for navigating the complexities of life, including financial matters. A description of Nancy Sherman’s book, Stoic Wisdom: Ancient Lessons for Modern Resilience, says: “Stoicism has become the new Zen, and a mega-industry for consumers seeking self-help.”
Stoicism originated in ancient Greece around the 3rd century BCE and found its most prominent proponents in thinkers like Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius.
The philosophy focuses on achieving inner peace and resilience. It teaches individuals to recognize the distinction between what is within their control and what is not, emphasizing the importance of cultivating virtues such as wisdom, courage, self-discipline, and justice. Stoicism encourages accepting inevitable hardships with equanimity, and finding contentment in one’s own character and actions rather than external circumstances.
Source: Stoic Wisdom: 6 Key Insights to Make You Happier Today and Wealthier in the Future | NewRetirement