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Seneca’s Stoic Method for Mastering Anger and Averting Conflicts

Got a temper? So did the ancient Romans. But one of them, the Stoic philosopher Seneca, had a radically different approach to anger, and it still works today. In this episode, we explore how Stoicism teaches us to master our emotions, especially the most destructive one of all, anger. Seneca didn’t just preach calm. He gave practical advice on how to keep your cool in the heat of an argument, respond instead of react, and settle disputes before they spiral. If you’ve ever said something you regretted, held a grudge too long, or lost your cool at the worst possible moment, this episode will…

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