Emotions should be guided by reason in Stoicism from "summary" of The Stoic Life by Tad Brennan
The Stoics believe that emotions are a natural part of human experience, but they should not be allowed to run rampant. Instead, emotions should be guided by reason, which acts as a kind of rudder, steering our emotional responses in the right direction. According to the Stoics, reason is what sets humans apart from other animals, enabling us to reflect on our emotions and choose how to respond to them.
When we experience an emotion, such as anger or fear, the Stoics advise us to pause and consider whether that emotion is justified. Is it based on a true understanding of the situation, or is it a knee-jerk reaction that is not grounded in reason? By questioning our emotions in this way, we can begin to understand their true nature and decide how best to respond.
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