A Cure For The Self

July 29th, 2021

The person who has practiced philosophy as a cure for the self becomes great of soul, filled with confidence, invincible — and greater as you draw near.

- Seneca in Moral Letters, 111.2

Society has added many tools for helping us tame our cynical characteristics. We have therapists, psychiatrists, and medicines to provide treatment. Before these practices, we could rely on philosophy and religion.

Conclusion

Adding philosophy to our daily practice, we can build upon our firm foundation. We can live with confidence. We can endure catastrophic events. We can become the best version of ourselves.