This exercise is a nice reminder that pursuing virtue is the goal, and practicing stoicism is the means to the goal. I can look to others who profess other philosophies or practice a religion to see how and where they are virtuous. I am also reminded to consider the example of my father and others who shaped my values in my youth.
This exercise is a nice reminder that pursuing virtue is the goal, and practicing stoicism is the means to the goal. I can look to others who profess other philosophies or practice a religion to see how and where they are virtuous. I am also reminded to consider the example of my father and others who shaped my values in my youth.
Indeed, some of my relatives, particularly my (adoptive) grandfather have always been important role models for me.
But he TOLD me he has character—and passed a character test with an amazing score!
😆
OK, but what if they don't got no character?
Then you'd be meditating on the wrong people...