Category: philosophy

  Anna Murphy (songwriter, vocalist, hurdy gurdy player, and flutist) accompanied by Merlin Sutter (drummer and songwriter) joined me for a candid, humble, and insightful conversation – often coupled with laughter – about their applications of Stoicism in private and public life. We explore overcoming adversity; the benefit of taking on challenges; creative expression; coping […]

By Justin Vacula

July 8, 2018September 12, 2022

We talk about Mr. Spock, emotions, deliberation, neuroscience, changing habits, self-improvement, and finding meaning in life amidst content presented in his new online course ‘Sci Phi: Science Fiction as Philosophy’ hosted by The Great Courses.

By Justin Vacula

June 30, 2018July 16, 2018

We talk about the psychological benefits of applying Stoicism, finding fulfillment in life, and changing bad habits amidst discussion of his chapters on judgments, externals, perspective, death, desire, emotion, and adversity.

By Justin Vacula

June 24, 2018July 30, 2018

I recently spoke with Simon Drew of The Practical Stoic Podcast about finding purpose in life; my Clinical Mental Health Counseling internship work with elementary school students and their families; friendship; and reevaluating our lives in order to have more fulfillment and contentment. Listen here!  

By Justin Vacula

June 22, 2018June 22, 2018

We talk about how Stoicism can help us overcome adversity including grief and illness; the appeal of Stoicism to non-religious people; music; and regret. We also talk about Steve’s upbringing on a family farm and ethical considerations towards animals and one’s diet.

By Justin Vacula

June 16, 2018June 16, 2018