Temperance

“Sophrosyne,” the Greek term for temperance, stands as a Stoic pillar.

It’s not mere abstinence but mastery of desires, ensuring balanced actions. Stoic temperance extends beyond material consumption—to dietary choices and emotional reactions. In the digital age, moderation is crucial. Stoicism doesn’t reject pleasure; it advocates enjoying it in moderation. Self-awareness and continual progress define this nuanced virtue. Temperance harmonizes virtues, fostering clarity, contentment, and purpose.

Content with little

Marcus Aurelius wisely stated, “The greatest wealth is to live content with little.”

Stoicism challenges material accumulation as life’s ultimate goal. Instead, it beckons us to find richness in simplicity, mindfulness, and gratitude. In a world of consumerism, Aurelius’ philosophy offers a moderating force, urging balance between acquisition and introspection.

Excellence in Simplicity

Zeno of Stoicism teaches that true wealth is not in amassing possessions but in having few wants.

This excellence lies in contentment with what we have, liberating us from the endless pursuit of more. It’s about valuing simplicity and finding satisfaction within, rather than in material excess.

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Quotes about Temperance

"Let not your mind run on what you lack as much as on what you have already."

Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

"It is the privilege of the gods to want nothing, and of godlike men to want little."

Attributed to Zeno by Seneca in "Letters from a Stoic", Letter 71

"The mind in itself has no needs, except for those it creates itself."

Marcus Aurelius, "Meditations", Book 7, Section 28

"The greatest wealth is to live content with little."

Marcus Aurelius, "Meditations", Book 7, Section 16

Stoic Wealth Within

Seneca, a Stoic philosopher, posits that true wealth is not in amassing possessions but in having few wants.

This excellence lies in contentment with what we have, liberating us from the endless pursuit of more. It’s about valuing simplicity and finding satisfaction within, rather than in material excess.

Excellence lies in contentment

Epictetus posits that true wealth is not in amassing possessions but in having few wants.

This excellence lies in contentment with what we have, liberating us from the endless pursuit of more. It’s about valuing simplicity and finding satisfaction within, rather than in material excess.