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Ep 200 – Don’t Argue With Reality
Meta Description: Epictetus taught that suffering comes from judgment, not events. Scott Smith explains how acceptance creates clarity and strength at the start of a new year.🎙️ Episode Summary“Men are disturbed not by the things which happen…” — EpictetusA new year doesn’t erase circumstances overnight. What it can change is how you relate to them.In this episode, Scott Smith explores Epictetus’ teaching that suffering comes not from events, but from the opinions we attach to them. Arguing with reality only prolongs pain.Stoic acceptance isn’t resignation—it’s clarity.Seeing things as they…
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