Today's Stoic Thought
“Make the mind tougher by exposing it to adversity.”Robert Greene
In our modern lives, we can toughen our minds by deliberately facing challenges that push us out of our comfort zone. For example, instead of avoiding difficult conversations, we can practice having them respectfully and assertively. By intentionally seeking out adversities, whether it's learning a new skill, asking for feedback, or confronting our fears, we can train our minds to become more resilient and adaptable.
Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.
James 1:2-4 encourages believers to consider it pure joy when they face trials because it produces perseverance and leads to maturity and completeness. By deliberately exposing our minds to adversity and challenges, we can develop courage and resilience that ultimately strengthens our character and faith.
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