How should modern Stoics understand the relationship between the mind and the body?
In this conversation, Caleb Ontiveros and Marcus Hedahl discuss Stoicism and the mind-body connection. They walk through issues of theory and practice that the tight bond between our minds and bodies brings up.
This episode has both significant practical upshots and takes a few detours into theory on the way. Let us know what you think.
(04:18) The Body Influences the Mind
(11:23) Your Body Is Not Up to You
(13:33) Independence
(36:21) There's No Separation
(46:04) Getting Theoretical About Lekta
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