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Stoicism and the Art of Saying No to Protect your Serenity

In the doctrine of Stoicism, the art of saying no is of particular importance. It’s a powerful adage that goes beyond simple refusal, constituting an affirmation of self-discipline, the protection of one’s serenity and the quest for relationships and choices that nourish the soul. Stoicism and the Power of No Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher, argued that it’s not the events…