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RE: A cynical man and his bathtub - Understanding Stoicism: Historical context pt.1

in #philosophy7 years ago

I feel that Stoic philosophy provides a lot of answers to difficult problems facing modern culture. Information can be weaponized because humans react so emotionally during social media exchange. He who is easily angered, is easily manipulated.

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For sure. Anger and fear make people vulnerable to manipulation. Every 'great' dictator knows that.