Mastering Self Control | Stoic Exercises For Inner Peace

The Stoics bring forth the theme of self-control on a regular basis. Epictetus, for example, spoke about abstaining from talking about vulgar things, and Marcus Aurelius points out that we should set limits to comfort and consumption.
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[@moodsup1027]

Challenge yourself. Do things your mind tell you can’t do. Btw, being able to control yourself actually gives you self-confidence. *You can’t have confidence in yourself knowing you can’t control yourself.*

[@lovepeaceisneverguaranteed7385]

Well said exactly what everybody should aim for in life.

[@helterskelter9020]

Well put

[@saud9947]

Well said.

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

Take the high road and Trust No One...............….

[@ronnyfox7091]

Thank you for this comment. Will make wallpaper on my wall with this text ^^

[@bernapas9020]

Switching from emotion to logic when communicating is life-changing.

[@SALmetalseven]

Any advice on how to do that?

[@bernapas9020]

@@SALmetalseven Know that it's common for your emotion to take over, So ignore it and Immediately use your logic/common sense when talking with other people.

[@usernametaken2tekken]

Acknowledging emotions and their role in the infrastructure of mind is life affirming

[@killbuzzinton]

@@SALmetalseven before losing ur head think there are 2 ways to go about this. Logicly or emotionally. Stop and think what way it will pan out for both subjects and then you will realise that logic will win. It may hurt the other person but In the long run it benefits both parties. It took me yrs to master this and now I wounder why ppl around me can't do the same.

[@xMoTionzxx]

Especially with girls! Was thinking of this today. Funny to run across your comment!

[@osse1n]

*Mastering emotions demands a lot of introspection:* - dealing with past baggage - processing all emotions, feeling them - understanding that nothing in life is personal Understand yourself - understand others

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[@AlyssaCuaresma]

Mastering emotions is to learn and detach from it.

[@smokingpyro]

"choose not to be harmed - and you wont feel harmed. Dont feel harmed and you haven't been." -Marcus Aurelius

[@ash8207]

One thing that taught me about self-control is delayed gratification, especially with things like sex, entertainment, music, indulgence of a favorite snack, watching a favorite TV show or movie, etc. Moderation is key in enjoying anything in life, and when you practice self-control you will start enjoying things even more because you deny yourself from time to time of the things you really love, gaining a deeper appreciation of them. Plus, it will prevent you from becoming addicted to things that normally are enjoyable but could potentially become harmful if you over-indulge or abuse them. Really loved the positive & peaceful vibe at the end of the video, by the way!

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It’s good to go camping for a while and escape the constant search for stimulation that modern life has become.

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rv lifestyle is good alternative

[@chaosflame7278]

Man I was without a phone/technology for 3 months once and everything was so amazing I was way more active and had sooooo much relaxation and I was aware of my surroundings it was surreal and I want that back Tbh I gotta limit phone time but it helps me research things like this which is a big thing and to keep in contact with those I care about so thats the main thing

[@MindNow]

*Self Control is a process like with anything else. You need to deliberately practice it* 🙏

[@angelarizona622]

Truly.

[@regreg8318]

Self control is not getting my stolen motorcycle back. Violence may well be needed. Pros and cons.

[@bobbyohnio1287]

Making and keeping commitments to yourself improves your self confidence !

[@sofitocyn100]

I recovered from 11 years of eating disorders (anorexia and bulimia) with "accidental" intermittent fasting (meaning that I didn't consider this practice as a diet or a lifestyle shift) The result was a total recovery and my relationship with both food and my body has been perfect ever since. Lately I lost appetite and haven't been eating much and the former me would have fallen into anorexic behaviours, probably followed by bulimic crises after a time. But I've been just great. I have the biggest energy and mental clarity before I actually eat my first meal of the day (I usually eat only once). This practice taught me patience, self control and self consciousness. I hope my message helps anyone who struggles with eating disorders or have terrible eating habits.

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Hope you are doing good dear ❤... I have also dealt with ed it's not a great time... I am sooo happy you are out of that deadly cycle🥺❤

[@adansoto5974]

I'm a male that is currently under the grasp of bulemic behavior when I over eat due to stress. I'm going to try fasting.

[@luluuu9096]

@@adansoto5974 I would suggust you not to go too extreme and try fasting., instead try tackling the root problem... Streets... You can use meditation.... Music... Etc yk... If stress build up in your body it can manifest itself in many forms... So please take care of yourself and member that balance is key... Nothing extreme or really gonna help control ed.. Because it itself is very restrictive... Hope you have a great day✨

[@adityaghorpade2170]

Same accidental intermittent fasting due to change in location, lost weight like magic actually too much weight loss gonna focus on eating now

[@thestreamoflife1124]

Avoiding food for even 24 hours is a fantastic habit to form.... Intermittent fasting on a daily basis is another effective practice

[@merylo4360]

I fast everyday for 16 to 18 hrs. It has been good in all aspects of my life!!😉

[@centpushups]

I found it really liberating when I got to 20hr. At times I run out of things to do. Only thing that is frustrating is watching everyone around me still stuck on the hamster wheel eating multiple times a day.

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@@centpushups get off your high horse your not that special

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mery Lo how is your energy level on such fast? I feel so damn cold n weak.

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Not good if you pass out

[@thelolcat100]

everyday for 16 to 18 hours? are you crazy? haha that's the stupidest thing I have ever heard and I'm a doctor. Once a month is okay.

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Thank you for this video - I had an interaction with a nasty customer yesterday who nearly made me cry, but I will learn to not take these negative interactions personally through Stoicism and self-control.

[@RJ3220]

I find stoicism really hard. I can do all the external stuff. I fast regularly, take cold showers in winter, I train physically hard and I'm not attached to material wealth. However, it's the devils in the mind that I struggle with. I've been through a series of abusive relationships that really tested me. It's a constant struggle to maintain a state of calm. Sometimes I win but sometimes I lose and when I lose I go off the rails. I drink smoke and am crippled with depression, anger and rage. The rational part of my brain sees it but I'm overwhelmed by my emotions. The words of great stoics don't cut the mustard when I'm in those states. Like a storm I have to ride it out. I fear it may destroy me in the end.

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Be patient with yourself, bro. It helps me to keep a physical reminder on myself at all times, like a bracelet or necklace. If I visualize it, it helps solidify the message in my mind better. I hope this helps.

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I've been struggling with overwhelming emotions too and I started reading dialectical behavioural therapy workbook for the past few weeks and it's helping me understand myself and my emotions better. Try reading books and implement the methods listed as much as you can. Once you start doing the inner work, you'll see the difference in the way you react to things. And don't worry, it might not seem like it but we can do anything we set our minds to. We are stronger than we give ourselves credit.

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I think this was Seneca, but the quote basically goes “nothing is more inspiring than to see a good man struggling against adversity.” Hang in there bro

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Sometimes expressing how you feel about something with someone you’re close with and trust helps you to cope and understand the “why it happened” better, making you more ready for the next time :)

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NoFap. The ultimate discipline

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Gonna start today.

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@@wrongthinker4475 Good choice but be aware of wet dreams as your mind / body connections rewire

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@@birthcertificate7223 Wet dreams are the worst. They won't let me sleep and it's uncomfortable because of how hard I am, in all seriousness.

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I give in every now and again but occasional restraint has helped discipline myself better

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It's difficult

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Hi John, thanks for kind words!

[@stevesayewich8594]

These words of the Stoics are very wise but like any wisdom can be problematic to implement. Why am I complaining, when a very busy guy like Marcus Aurelius, who had much on his plate, lived the Stoic life? I never lived the meditative life until now at 73 yr old. As I look back at all the wisdoms, like Henry David Thoreau's, "most men lead lives of quiet desperation," it is hard not see my life as a workaholic was programed into me by nature and nurture. I can talk about the rationalization of responsibility for duty, honor, family, and country but in the end it comes down to how we judge ourselves. I have finally come to a realization that the only truth each of us can achieve is that of the self and even Buddhism tells us that is, "anatta."

[@optimusprimevil1646]

what would you be doing when you were 35 if you knew then what you know now?

[@stevesayewich8594]

@@optimusprimevil1646 Great question. My therapist at the VA, as I was a Captain in the USAF during Vietnam, asked me the same question. Would I change anything? I wish I had clearer sight. I wish I was less idealistic and less naive. I would have married later but wouldn't have had my beautiful daughter who has taught me what a broken heart feels like. I am glad I have the life I do as I still have a chance to learn and find meaning in creative acts.

[@Neo-wv1om]

Thank you for your insight

[@stevesayewich8594]

@The Fall of New Babylon Thank you for your insight. I have found my belief grounded in evolutionary psychology and related fields which finds meaning in procreation. Beyond that, the creative acts while alive is meaningful. As far as consciousness goes I might entertain pan-psychicism. The idea of soul and spirit would take definition.

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after 1 week of listening to you, i can say i can finally sleep well and slowly letting go of my past :) thank you so much!

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What was your past

[@TriJV]

Your part about "being content with what we have while being less dependent on what we think we need" is very true. My road bicycles I ride with are not the latest top-of-the-line machines. They are 10 and 20 years old with 10 speed gearing. Yet I consistantly leave very good riders behind or at least keep up with them and they have the latest equipment. Same as for my running gear and shoes. Yes, my shoes are last season's colors, but I can still train comfortably and with a smile on my face and a huge smile in my heart. Amazing feeling.....

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*You are not alone, you can do it☀️* Be well always 🌹

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This is one of my favorite videos of yours! Everytime i feel impulsive and out of control, i go to this discourse to help remind myself to stay balanced. Thank you 🙏

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Great video as always, thank you for the thought provoking content!!

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I adore Stoics and Eastern doctrines. Thanks for your work. Your voice is very special and makes your videos wonderful❤️

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[@17thwonder]

the base of this topic starts and ends with fasting and what it does not only to your body, but your mind as well. Fasting is medicine in it's own right and takes some discipline to complete, but well worth it once you get over the initial hurdle.

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I miss the days when peasants were healthier than nobility.

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I can easily spot "poor" people in the U.S.; theyre the morbidly obese ones.

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[@fntime]

There are needs of the body often expressed in emotions & feelings There are needs of the mind often expressed in thoughts & will You should not ignore either but ultimately the 'YOU' must be the arbiter. You'll find especially if you have allowed either or both to have control at different times in your life that it's the middle ground that's best. Don't ignore the needs of either but, don't let either control you. But together they make you what you are a 'human'. This is of course is easier said than done. Sometimes it takes a lifetime!

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Thank you for having this video. I have more than enough. Realizing needs in our lives makes us want and desire more. Thank you

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Another very insightful video. I like the realisation of not having to eat as much food as we have "conditioned" to be.

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I'm on a dry fast atm and when you started talking about water fast; this made me so thirsty but I'll refrain from doing so. Great content btw.

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I completely agree with you that fasting is a great choice for practicing self-control and enhancing mind power. I've been exercising fasting form some time now and I've found myself able to let go of certain things that had gripped my mind before.

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"Let us become intimate with poverty , so that Fortune may not catch us off our guard. We shall be rich with all the more comfort if we once learn how far poverty is from being a burden". Seneca

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[@JamesEscobar]

I support your views on stoicism and practice these beliefs myself. As a US Marine I have had to regularly endure up to 3 days of fasting for training and combat situations. I can confirm by the second day it fells more manageable, but in no way feels easy or blissful. Your body is constantly reminding you of your need for fuel, it hangs in the background and speaks louder at times. I also practice intermittent fasting on a daily basis because of an assortment of beliefs. Neither of these situations are simple, there is a definite difference in the way you feel properly fueling your body throughout the day and when you don't. Don't believe me, eat a sugary snack halfway through your day of fasting and notice how you feel. I have experimented with this several times to truly understand what is what in reference to fuel consumption (that is what food is). Im explaining all this because people who lecture on this topic always down play the constant difficulty with adopting this discipline. Starving your body even a little releases a myriad of chemicals telling you to stop what you are doing. You can not stop that. You can however control the urge, you can manage the discomfort and in time feel more comfortable with these sort of situations but it is never easy. There is always some sort of difficulty in forcing your body to so what it doesn't want to. I want anyone new to this to understand this so they don't feel they are not doing it right or failing in some way.

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[@kelly8099]

The Dunedin longitudinal study followed all born in the city in 1972, over 1000 participants. They found that more than any other trait, self control in childhood determined the most successful adults in the study.

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And didn't they find that the tendency toward more self control was largely innate? That's a fascinating collection of data there, for sure.

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Thank you for your videos, after many years lost in my head I think I'm finally on the right path.

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Thank you so much.

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Thank you so much for this video

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That is a great summarization of some key concepts of stoic philosophy. Great job. I'll check more content on your channel. It certainly seem to be one of those rare ones.

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Self control is a missliding title, it's just about been patient, Your self controls you, then you just need too accept and learn how to be more patient.

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Yes. Patience is VIRTUE!💓

[@PoptartParasol]

Stoicism is about self control. It's not a misleading title, if you want a video about patience you should look somewhere else. Stoicism has nothing to do with patience

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Well done, i have always felt that and even tried, but didnt know that its mentioned in philisopgy. Now i became confident about it

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He's the emperor. Telling others to not be lavish or sleep or eat too much. The emperor.

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Thank you for such valuable advice. It's like cognitive behavioral therapy

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I want to teach how to prepare for fasting. I fasted FOR 3 DAYS!!!!! I remember last year hitting 310+ and not quitting about 4 burgers (I'm telling you my life) and fries, I dont care for soda. I lost 50lbs. I am fasting for 4 days, today I finished my first. I know i can go for over a week, it does not bother me what so ever, if it bothers you you need to slow down, and try again, you'll get rid of headaches and stomach pain transfers to thirst. Its a self sensibility improvement.

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Update its my 5th day and I lost 60lbs now, may gain a little because I am not retaining water, its hard to est pink salt and I need to get a safe formula so I'm not interumpting the fasting

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Not eating can cause stomach pain. Your stomach will start to grind itself.

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It's very simple, actually. These are instant noodles from Indomie. The flavor is 'soto'. Boil them with some Chinese vegetables and a few eggs, and it's done. I like to mix it up with white rice as well.

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