Read This Before You Get Angry

The Stoic Money - Dec 28, 2022

Dear Stoic,

If you're like me, you've probably experienced moments of anger when dealing with people who frustrate or disappoint us.

It's easy to get caught up in negative emotions and let them consume us, but as Marcus Aurelius reminds us, these people are not having a good time and often suffer the consequences of their actions.

But rather than getting angry, the Stoic approach is to feel pity for these individuals. They may be misguided or have made poor choices, but it's a miserable and shameful way to live.

As Stoics, we know that virtue is essential to happiness, security, tranquility, and meaning. We have the choice to live virtuously and avoid falling into the same trap.

| Anger is its own punishment. An angry person trying to push your head below water is drowning at the same time. - Naval

I personally used to get angry over things that I couldn't control, and it drained me of energy and mental bandwidth. It wasn't until I started incorporating Stoic principles into my life that I realized the importance of focusing on what I can control and letting go of the things I can't.

By practicing empathy and understanding, we can work on improving our relationships with others and live a better life.

It's not easy, but the benefits are worth it. Don't let anger hold you back from reaching your full potential and living a fulfilling life.

Take a moment to reflect on your own anger issues and consider how the Stoic approach can help you conquer them.

Remember, it's not worth getting angry over things that aren't worth it.

Let's get to work,

Abdu Khol