This podcast is a guide to Stoicism, an ancient Greek philosophy that emphasizes self-control, virtue, and living in accordance with reason. The text provides practical advice for applying Stoic principles in modern life by explaining concepts like negative visualization, voluntary hardship, and understanding the dichotomy of control. It also explores Stoicism's historical influences and its relevance to contemporary psychology and religion. The guide encourages readers to develop self-discipline, master their emotions, and find freedom from the attachments to material possessions and the opinions of others.