Accepting the impermanence of emotions can lead to freedom from "summary" of Stoicism and Emotion by Margaret Graver
The Stoics believed that emotions are fleeting and impermanent, like clouds passing in the sky. By recognizing this reality and accepting it, one can achieve a sense of freedom and inner peace. Emotions come and go, they are not permanent fixtures of our existence. This understanding allows us to detach ourselves from the grip of overpowering emotions, freeing us from their control. Instead of being swept away by the tide of emotions, we can observe them with detachment and perspective. This detachment gives us the freedom to choose how we respond to our emotions, rather than being slaves to them.
By accepting the impermanence of emotions, we can avoid getting caught up in their intensity and volatility. Emotions are like waves in the ocean, constantly changing and shifting. When we cling to emotions and attach ourselves to them, we suff...
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