Seneca Letters To Lucilius - Letter 12 - On The Futility of Halfway Measures

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In this video, we explore Seneca letter "On The Futility of Halfway Measures". Discover the Stoic perspective on escaping a life filled with distractions. He cautions against clinging to material possessions and ambitions, as they hinder our ability to find true freedom. Instead, Seneca encourages embracing a simpler life and focusing on living virtuously. He quotes Epicurus, reminding us that we often leave life just as unprepared as when we entered it, emphasising the importance of living fully in the present moment. Finally, Seneca urges us to let go of fear and live nobly, as this is within our control, unlike the length of our lives.
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00:00 - Start
00:02 - Seizing the Right Moment
03:34 - Escaping Distractions and Hindrance of Material Possessions
06:23 - Living Fully in the Present
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