Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic Quotes SeriesIn the Stoic Quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We look at the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more.In this episode, we explore a striking quote from Seneca’s Letters to Lucilius, Letter 78:“There are times when even to live is an act of bravery.”Seneca reminds us that courage isn’t only found on battlefields or in grand gestures. Sometimes, simply choosing to keep going, through illness, loss, or emotional struggle, is a deeply Stoic act. This letter was written while Seneca was ill himself, showing that resilience in daily life can be one of the greatest forms of bravery.If you’re looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, where you’ll find hundreds of Stoic sayings with full references perfect for study, reflection, or sharing.Stoic Quotes CollectionSeneca QuotesEpictetus QuotesMarcus Aurelius QuotesSubscribe to the podcast for more short quote episodes and regular Tuesday recordings with deeper conversations and interviews. Leave a rating to help us reach more people drawn to living with wisdom and peace.Support the show🌐 www.ViaStoica.com🧘‍♂️ Stoic Life Coaching🎙 Benny Voncken | Brendan Hogle🐦 Twitter / X📩 Reach us: [email protected] by: badmic.com

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