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Self-made success, individual freedom, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps—these ideas have become the cornerstone of many modern cultures, especially in the West. But is this individualistic mindset really working for us? Today, we’re taking a look at why excessive individualism can be harmful, how it isolates us, and what Stoicism has to say about our interconnectedness and shared humanity.
“The wise man will never shut himself up within his own skin; he remembers that he is born for the good of all mankind.”
—Seneca
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By Erick Cloward4.7
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Self-made success, individual freedom, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps—these ideas have become the cornerstone of many modern cultures, especially in the West. But is this individualistic mindset really working for us? Today, we’re taking a look at why excessive individualism can be harmful, how it isolates us, and what Stoicism has to say about our interconnectedness and shared humanity.
“The wise man will never shut himself up within his own skin; he remembers that he is born for the good of all mankind.”
—Seneca
Send us a text
Want to be a more effective leader? Let's talk!
My book Stoicism 101 is available! Order here!
Find out more at https://stoic.coffee
Watch episodes on YouTube!
Find me on linkedIn, instagram, or threads.
Thanks again for listening!

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