12 Questions
What is the essence of stoicism?
To accept and embrace obstacles as opportunities
What does the story of the boulder in the path teach us?
To see obstacles as opportunities for improvement
What does Seneca say about expected and unexpected blows of fortune?
Unexpected blows are worse than expected ones.
What does Marcus Aurelius say about the impediment to action?
It should be embraced and used to advance action.
What is the highest good according to Stoics?
Virtue
What is the exercise of amor fati?
A love of fate
What is premeditation malorum?
Thinking about the worst case scenario
What is the core of stoic code?
The idea of being a good person
What is the Stoic belief about ego?
Ego is the enemy
What is the Stoic belief about individualism?
Individualism should be balanced with a sense of connection to others
What is the Stoic belief about meditating on mortality?
It is the key to happiness
What is the Stoic belief about pride?
Pride is dangerous
Test your knowledge of stoicism with this quiz on the core exercises that make up the stoic code. Learn about stoic virtues and how to prioritize the right things in life while turning bad things into good. Perfect for those interested in philosophy or personal development.
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