Thank you for this breakdown Meno. I turned to the Stoic’s philosophy when emotional disregulation interferred with life and learnt a lot. Mind you, it in no way became helpful to deny or repress either. The body keeps the score, as Bessel van der Kolk writes about. As Seneca says, the root cause of anger needs investigation. It is rarely what’s in front of your face.
There’s always a balance isn’t there? It’s that holding of the dichotomy that we seem to be losing the art of.
This is a very prescient essay for myself right now. Well summarized. I still have an abundance of anger for these covid criminals and their naive enablers. It is for the most part a corrosive force.
Thank you for this article. I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to next ones on Seneca’s writings.
Thank you for this breakdown Meno. I turned to the Stoic’s philosophy when emotional disregulation interferred with life and learnt a lot. Mind you, it in no way became helpful to deny or repress either. The body keeps the score, as Bessel van der Kolk writes about. As Seneca says, the root cause of anger needs investigation. It is rarely what’s in front of your face.
There’s always a balance isn’t there? It’s that holding of the dichotomy that we seem to be losing the art of.
Enjoying your writings!
One of my favourite Seneca teachings. A greater harmony could be found on earth by adhering to his advice. Thanks for sharing.
I completely agree. Thanks for reading!
Great post. I’m picking up some Seneca today
Thanks for reading. Hope you enjoy his work!
Enjoyed your take on this; definitely going to read these writings by Seneca - well written :)
Thanks for the kind words!
This is a very prescient essay for myself right now. Well summarized. I still have an abundance of anger for these covid criminals and their naive enablers. It is for the most part a corrosive force.