The Stoic Gods

When faced with a setback in life, watch it as a challange from the stoic gods. Your objective is two-sided.

1. You should find a way to resolve the problem, or a way to get back on your feet.
2. You should minimize your suffering while doing so, for example by framing the situation positively.

Depending on how you did on each of these two points, you can give yourself a grade, as well as room to improve. See it as a way the stoic gods toughens your mind.

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Book: A Guide to the Good Life - William Irvine