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Part 4
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Questions 31-40

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Stoicism

Relevance today

  • Stoicism is still relevant today because of its 31 appeal.

Ancient Stoics

  • Stoicism was founded over 2,000 years ago in Greece.

  • The Stoics’ ideas are surprisingly well known, despite not being intended for 32.

Stoic principles

  • Happiness could be achieved by leading a virtuous life.

  • Controlling emotions was essential.

  • Epictetus said that external events cannot be controlled but the 33 people make in response can be controlled.

  • A Stoic is someone who has a different view on experiences which others would consider as 34.

The influence of Stoicism

  • George Washington organised a 35 about Cato to motivate his men.

  • The French artist Delacroix was a Stoic.

  • Adam Smith’s ideas on 36 were influenced by Stoicism.

  • Some of today’s political leaders are inspired by the Stoics.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

  • The treatment for 37 is based on ideas from Stoicism.

  • People learn to base their thinking on 38.

In business

  • People benefit from Stoicism by identifying obstacles as 39.

Relevance of Stoicism

  • It requires a lot of 40 but Stoicism can help people to lead a good life.

  • It teaches people that having a strong character is more important than anything else.

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