CP: The philosophy of Stoicism – Massimo Pigliucci

Class Plans

Set the Scene:

Let’s start with some engaging questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of Stoicism. Please consider the following:

• Have you ever faced a challenging situation where you had to make a difficult decision? How did you approach it?
• What are some things in your life that you feel are within your control, and what are some things that are outside of your control?
• How do you think people can cultivate inner strength and wisdom in their daily lives?
• Have you heard of Stoicism before? What do you know about it, and what would you like to learn more about?
• How do you think the principles of Stoicism could be applied to modern life, and what benefits or challenges do you think it could bring?

Featured Image Analysis & Prediction:

Look at the featured image and consider the following questions:

• What do you see in the image, and what does it represent to you?
• What do you think this activity will be about based on the image, and what topics or themes do you expect to explore?
• How does the image relate to the concept of Stoicism, and what principles or ideas do you think it might represent?

Introduction:

Please read the introduction to the activity, which provides an overview of Stoicism and its key principles.

Video Engagement:

Watch the video The philosophy of Stoicism – Massimo Pigliucci and consider the following prompts:

1. Pause the video at 2:00 minutes and discuss the following questions:
   • What are the core principles of Stoicism, and how do they relate to modern life?
   • How does the concept of logos fit into the Stoic philosophy, and what implications does it have for our understanding of the world?
2. Pause the video at 5:00 minutes and discuss the following questions:
   • How do the four cardinal virtues of Stoicism (practical wisdom, temperance, justice, and courage) relate to each other, and how can they be applied in daily life?
   • What role does self-control play in Stoic philosophy, and how can individuals cultivate it in their own lives?
3. Pause the video at 8:00 minutes and discuss the following questions:
   • How has Stoicism influenced Western philosophy, and what are some examples of its impact on modern thought?
   • What are some potential criticisms or challenges to the Stoic philosophy, and how can they be addressed?

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