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RE: Stoicism as a perennial philosophy
What I like about stoicism is that it prepares one for the "realities" of the day. Unlike many new age approaces which just espouse thinking positive or always seeing the positive aspect, stoicism expects people to act like jerks. What sets a stoic apart is that he/she focuses upon what can be done about...what is within my control and what isnt.
Exactly, that's the essence. Life get's so much easier, when we stop worrying or getting angry about things, which are outside of our control.