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Stoicism is about the *domestication* of emotions, not their elimination.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Stoicism teaches to manage and control emotions instead of suppressing them.
This quote emphasizes that Stoicism is not about getting rid of emotions altogether but rather about learning to tame and understand them. It suggests that by domestication of emotions, one can achieve a balanced and rational approach to life's challenges, allowing for a healthier emotional state and decision-making process.
Themes
StoicismEmotionsDomesticationPhilosophySelf-Control
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about mental health, one might say, 'Stoicism is about the domestication of emotions, not their elimination, reminding us to embrace our feelings wisely.'
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