stoicism
Here is a naive understanding of stoicism:
Stoicism is a detachment from happiness and sadness. A true stoic is not sad when a loved one dies, is not happy when they win the lottery. Only by detaching yourself can you be emotionally sound in a world filled with turmoil.
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Here is a… better view of stoicism:
Stoicism is a philosophy of emotional intelligence#. A stoic understands why an event makes them feel happy or sad, and understands the value of those emotions, without letting emotions control them. A stoic might be happy, but their happiness does not derive solely from their surroundings, and will retain their happiness even if they lose their material wealth. Similarly, a stoic might endure some hardship, and feel sad as a tool to deal it, but won’t let their sadness define them, won’t lash out in anger.
