Heaven Decreed Better: A Stoic Response to Misfortune

When life feels overwhelming or uncertain, our minds often jump to the worst-case scenario.In this episode, we explore the Stoic art of "decatastrophizing"—challenging our initial impressions, stepping back from fear-driven thoughts, and learning to respond with clarity and calm.With guidance from Epictetus and Seneca, we understand how to navigate misfortune not just with acceptance, but with strength, reason, and grace.👇 👇 👇📻 FOR MORE STOIC AUDIO CONTENTCheck out one of my latest daily Micro Morning Meditations here on Substack:The Power To Live As One Wisheshttps://whatisstoicism.substack.com/p/micro-morning-meditation-the-power-413 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.