Self-control can feel like a rare superpower in a world filled with distracted, temptations and constant noise. These distractions may look like a urge to scroll endlessly, catch back a emotional response, or in fact, focus on what matters, because self-control can be a difference between a chaotic day and a producer. While modern productivity comes and goes, the ancient Stoic mastered the art of internal discipline long before social media came into existence.
Stoicism is a school of philosophy established in ancient Greece that later developed in Rome. It teaches that we do not have to control our feelings. Thinkers such as Marcus Oralius, Seneca and Epictatus did not talk about flexibility and attention, they won it. At the core of his teachings, it was believed that true freedom comes from mastering itself and not the world around you.
By practicing simple but powerful habits everyday, Stoic trained himself to answer, intentionally live and stay stable amidst the ups and downs of life. These habits are not about being emotionless or robots, but are about to develop awareness, calm and clarity. There are five timely stoic habits that you can practice everyday to create strong self-control and live with maximum purpose.
