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Ancient Greeks had a word for mental toughness that modern life has made us forget.
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In this episode
- What euthymia means and why the Greeks considered it essential to good character
- How exposure to criticism builds the same resilience that nature builds in the immune system
- A practical frame for staying calm and steady when faced with ridicule or offense
- How philosophy and everyday life connect through this single quality of character
About this episode
Just as exposure to the natural environment builds a strong immune system, exposure to insult and ridicule can help you build mental resilience. The ancient Greeks dubbed this quality of character “euthymia,” a state of unflappable positivity that emerges from living calmly and steadily and being undisturbed by fear or offense. Commusings is our Sunday morning newsletter where we take a moment to think deeply on the topics of spirituality, philosophy, and culture. To sign up, visit onecommune.com. And for more musings and quotes, connect with us on Instagram at @onecommune or @jeffkrasno."
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