Today's Stoic Thought
“Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage.”Thucydides
In modern life, having self-control over our emotions allows us to maintain self-respect. For example, when facing a difficult co-worker, showing restraint instead of reacting impulsively can help us uphold our self-respect and handle the situation with grace and courage.
A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls.
The verse from Proverbs highlights the importance of self-control, equating a lack of control to a city broken down without walls. This aligns with the Stoic idea that self-control is essential for maintaining self-respect and ultimately, courage.
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