During these dark, strange times, it can be easy to become overwhelmed. Many people have turned to a practice popularized in Ancient Greece: stoicism.

Is this disciplined, focused practice a great philosophy to abide by in the modern era? Or is it more trouble than it's worth? How do we find balance? Los and Bertram discuss these things.

Thank you for listening, and don't forget—it's a Mad, Mad World!

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Will Santino "No. More. Lemons." | Instagram

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

Epictetus - How To Be A Stoic (Stoicism) | YouTube

There Are Two Kinds of Happy People | The Atlantic

Stoicism in a time of pandemic: how Marcus Aurelius can help | The Guardian

Preparing Your Mind for Uncertain Times | The Atlantic