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Critique of Seneca’s call for self-discipline
A friend of mine, who is practising martial arts, told me that his master is requiring students to iron their martial arts attire before going […]
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Seneca and self-discipline
Realistic individuals are naturally suspicious of propositions that look too good to be true. No wonder. Experience proves to all that there is no free […]
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Seneca’s two principles for a life of moderation
One of the advantages is reading Seneca (4 BC-65 AD) is that it help us think in terms of principles. Philosophy is meant to supply […]
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The practice of Seneca’s doctrine of moderation
Experience has taught me to be sceptical of philosophical or ideological proclamations, especially when they conflict with my own observations. Seneca (4 BC-65 BC) wrote […]
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Mistakes in Seneca’s doctrine of moderation
Despite its benefits, there is a crucial flaw in the doctrine of moderation proposed by Seneca (4 BC-65 AD). The problem is not new in […]
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Seneca on leading a life of moderation
It is easy to preach moderation when one does not have the resources or capability to engage in excesses. If I can afford to eat […]
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Seneca’s examples of a virtuous life
There is often a considerable distance between the sayings and the actions from philosophers. Especially when they use a grandiloquent tone, I prefer to look […]
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Practical advice from Seneca on leading a life of virtue
Although Seneca (4 BC-65 AD) employed the term “virtue” inconsistently, his poor logic did not prevent him from making profound observations about human nature, virtue, […]
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Seneca on leading a life of virtue
The term “virtue” has become so overused that it is healthy to look at it with suspicion. Unfortunately, it often happens that people will invoke […]
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Seneca’s best advice for dealing with pain and suffering
Seneca (4 BC-65 AD) wrote hundreds of pages about reducing stress during difficult times. Modern readers can benefit from Seneca’s wise recommendations for dealing with […]
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