Stoicism taught the importance of focusing on the present moment from "summary" of Stoicism by John Sellars
The Stoics believed that the key to living a good life lies in focusing on the present moment. They argued that it is futile to worry about the past or the future, as these are beyond our control. Instead, we should focus on what is happening right now and do our best to respond to it with wisdom and virtue.
By focusing on the present moment, we are better able to appreciate the beauty of life and fully engage with the world around us. The Stoics believed that by accepting the present moment as it is, we can find peace and contentment in our lives. This doesn't mean that we should ignore the past or the future altogether, but rather that we should not let them distract us from the here and now.
According to Stoic philosophy, the pres...
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