Episode 6: Desire

Drawing upon themes in Seneca’s ‘Letters to a Stoic,’ I discuss negative consequences of desires, vices, and how we can change our mindsets to live more modest content lives. Desires can distract us from our worthwhile goals, compromise our character, harm us, cause great stress, and lead us to be slavish. Real joy can be […]

Episode 3: Gratitude

My Stoic Philosophy video series explores the philosophical tradition of Stoicism with goals to inform, empower, and help others benefit from the practical wisdom of Ancient Greek, Roman, and modern thinkers. I tackle many topics including handling adversity, finding meaning in life, working toward contentment, dealing with change, anger, and gratitude. This video is a […]

Episode 5: On the Shortness of Life

I explore Seneca’s letter ‘On the Shortness of Life’ offering commentary on themes such as gratitude, humility, purpose, desire, setting goals, friendship, moderation and change. ? On the Shortness of Life by Justin Vacula on Scribd As always, free free to comment below and/or on the YouTube video itself. Like, share, subscribe, and consider donating […]

Stoic Philosophy: Free Will

My Stoic Philosophy video series explores the philosophical tradition of Stoicism with goals to inform, empower, and help others benefit from the practical wisdom of Ancient Greek, Roman, and modern thinkers. I tackle many topics including handling adversity, finding meaning in life, working toward contentment, dealing with change, anger, and gratitude. In this video, I […]