Y’all have asked how I keep calm under stressful conditions. I attribute this to stoic philosophy. I didn’t realize it until I got older that I was practicing it.
At first I recoiled from the thought as I didn’t understand that practicing stoicism doesn’t mean I’m negating my Christian roots. It’s not a religion as it doesn’t require worship. It’s a mindset. Both can coexist.
I joke about how being an eternal pessimist keeps me joyful. After all, when one always looks at the worst case, one is always pleasantly surprised by anything that turns out.
Also I joke about how that guy at work who is a pain is giving me free opportunities for self help as I learn patience.
I also know that the colors of emotions each of us own and choose to color with can create a uniquely beautiful painting. My emotional painting may not be beautiful to others but that’s ok. That’s something I created with the selection of emotions I chose to pick up. With caution and practice I’ll get better.
Anyways I’ve rambled on enough. Here’s a guy I like who has a lot to say about how to create and live a peaceful life. Peace in our hearts means peace in the home. If we’re very mindful then peace in the home can spread to peace in the world.