250303 What I learned in my studies this morning 5

Today's Meditation(s):

Letters on Ethics by Seneca, LXXI.27, 28 (Graver)

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Putting the lie to the common misconception of Stoicism as unfeeling. Stoics feel, but we choose our action rather than submit to untamed reaction.

It's about acknowledging a passion thrust upon me and yet choosing my path according to Nature and virtue. Yes, that hurt. Yes, that angered. Yes, that betrayed. But that doesn't mean I must wail and gnash my teeth.

Others have faced equal tragedy as I — or worse! — and held themselves together. If they have done it, it can be done. If it can be done, I can do it.

Whether I am successful in this is an altogether different question.