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  • Zeno of Citium – The Founder of Stoicism

    “We have two ears and one mouth, so we should listen more than we say.” Zeno of Citium, the founder of Stoicism, laid the groundwork for one of history’s most enduring philosophical traditions. Through his teachings on virtue, reason, and living in harmony with nature, Zeno crafted a way of life that continues to inspire resilience and self-mastery in modern times. This article explores his life, philosophy, and lasting legacy.


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  • Stoicism Explained: A Beginner’s Introduction to Philosophy

    Stoicism has been shaping lives for over two millennia. It is not, like many other philosophies purely theoretic but a practical way of approaching life successfully. Whether you’re tackling personal hardships or striving for inner peace, Stoicism teaches you how to rise above the chaos of the modern world.


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  • 9 Stoic Principles To Find Lasting Happiness

    In our search for happiness, we often find ourselves trapped in a cycle of constant striving. We chase success, collect achievements, and scroll through perfectly staged social media posts, yet something fundamental seems to be missing. That nagging feeling persists—there must be a better way to find genuine contentment.


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This is how it all started…

It was the beginning of summer, and I was up to my neck in exams, buried under a mountain of textbooks and endless notes. Life seemed to rush past me while I was left behind, filled with stress and fatigue. I felt like a prisoner of my school routine, caught in a relentless cycle of studying without purpose or joy. The weight of it all drained me. I began questioning why I was doing this and whether any of it truly mattered.

One morning, feeling particularly exhausted, I decided to take a quick break and opened YouTube for some mindless distraction. That’s when a video caught my eye: “9 Stoic Rules For A Better Life (From Marcus Aurelius)” by Ryan Holiday. The title intrigued me, so I clicked on it, not knowing it would change everything.

As I watched, I was struck by the calm and practical wisdom of Stoicism that Marcus Aurelius, a Roman Emperor, had written nearly two thousand years ago. The advice was straightforward but profound and actionable. This spoke directly to the struggles I was facing. I watched the video again and again, every morning as I got ready for school.

Driven by curiosity about Stoicism, I went out and bought Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. I read it cover to cover, then read it again. The more I delved into his thoughts and Stoic philosophy as a whoole, the more I found a sense of peace and clarity I hadn’t felt in a long time.

This marked the beginning of my philosophical journey and my newfound love for books. I realized that within these pages were not just stories or teachings but wisdom and lessons that could guide me through life’s challenges.

And now, through this blog, I hope to share that same wisdom and passion with you, as I continue exploring the ideas that have inspired me and might just inspire you too.

– Tyron Münz