“Don't you know life is like a military campaign? One must serve on watch, another in reconnaissance, another on the front line. … So it is for us — each person's life is a kind of battle, and a long and varied one too. You must keep watch like a soldier and do everything commanded. … You have been stationed in a key post, not some lowly place, and not for a short time but for life.”
- Epictetus, Discourses, 3.24.31-36
June 13, 2021 7:00 AM
This message brings to light all the conflicts in our life.
"As in war, so is life."
- Robert Green
Every day we find ourselves fighting to succeed, fighting our desires, fighting to stay alive.
Conclusion
The authors of "The Daily Stoic" provide us a list of attributes that lead to surrender.
Cowardice Rashness Disorganization Overconfidence Weakness Selfishness
What are the attributes necessary to be triumphant in our wars?
Discipline Fortitude Courage Clearheadedness Selflessness Sacrifice