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The Via Stoica Podcast — A Stoic Way of Life

Benny Voncken

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Frequency: 1 episode/6d. Total Eps: 133

Via Stoica is a podcast dedicated to Stoicism as a lived philosophy and a practical way of meeting modern life. We draw from ancient texts and apply them to real challenges, emotional reactivity, discipline, purpose, relationships, and adversity. This is not about abstract theory. It is about practice, with attention to what is within our control. Each week, we explore Stoic themes through reflections, practical topics, and interviews. The views expressed are my own and for informational purposes only. Learn more at viastoica.com.

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Stoic Quote: "There are times when even to live is an act of bravery."

Friday, May 30, 2025 • Duration 06:32

Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.

The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic Quotes Series

In 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.

Subscribe 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.

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How to Choose for Yourself: A Stoic Guide to Authentic Decisions

Season 3 · Episode 19

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 • Duration 19:39

Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.

In this episode of Via Stoica, host Benny Voncken delves into the art of making authentic choices through the lens of Stoic philosophy. Drawing from personal experiences and Stoic teachings, Benny explores how to navigate decisions that align with one's true self, free from external pressures and expectations.

Key topics include:

Understanding the Stoic concept of assent and its role in decision-making
Recognizing and overcoming societal and internal pressures that cloud judgment
Embracing autonomy and authenticity in daily choices
Practical steps to cultivate self-trust and clarity

This discussion is inspired by the Stoic practice of examining impressions and aligning actions with virtue and nature. For further reading on related themes, consider exploring the Via Stoica blog post: On What We Control, which delves into distinguishing between what is within our power and what lies beyond it.

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If this episode resonates with you, please consider subscribing to Via Stoica on your preferred podcast platform. Your support helps us continue sharing insights and conversations on living a life guided by Stoic principles. Don't forget to leave a review and share this episode with others seeking clarity and purpose in their decision-making journey.

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https://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/
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Reach us: info@viastoica.com
Produced by: http://badmic.com

Stoic Quote: "If a man knows not to which port he sails, no wind is favorable."

Friday, April 18, 2025 • Duration 05:03

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The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic Quotes Series

In the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We explore the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more.

In this episode, we focus on a quote by Seneca from Letters to Lucilius, Letter 71.3:

“If a man knows not to which port he sails, no wind is favorable.”

Seneca reminds us that without a clear direction in life, no opportunity will truly help us. This episode dives into what it means to define your purpose, why drifting aimlessly is dangerous, and how clarity of intent gives power to your actions. We reflect on how Stoic philosophy can help you set your internal compass, even when the world around you is in constant motion.

You can read our article with some practice related to this quote here: https://viastoica.com/stoic-guidance-on-finding-direction/

If you are looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, where we’ve collected hundreds of Stoic sayings. All include references so you can explore them further or use them in your own writing and practice.

Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes and our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating—it helps us reach more like-minded people.

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Stoic Quote: “What harm is there while you are kissing your child to say softly, ‘Tomorrow you will die’.”

Friday, April 11, 2025 • Duration 09:09

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The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic quotes series

In 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 reflect on a striking quote by Epictetus from The Discourses, Book 3, Chapter 24.87:

“What harm is there while you are kissing your child to say softly, ‘Tomorrow you will die’.”

What does it mean to hold both love and loss in the same breath? Epictetus challenges us to practice presence by remembering impermanence—not as a cold exercise, but as a way to love more deeply. In this episode, we explore how this ancient idea can shift our modern experience of connection, attachment, and grief.

If you are looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, we have pages of hundreds of Stoic sayings. All are accompanied by their references so you can find them or use them in your own writings.

Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes or our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. Also leave a rating, as this helps us reach more like-minded people.

Support the show

www.ViaStoica.comhttps://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching/https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken/https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Define Your Enough: A Stoic Roadmap to Inner Peace

Season 1 · Episode 16

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 • Duration 30:14

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Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism

What if the peace you are searching for does not come from adding more to your life, but from realizing how little you actually need?

In this episode, Brendan and Benny explore the Stoic concept of enough—a quiet but powerful idea that sits at the heart of contentment. We live in a culture that constantly tells us to do more, be more, and accumulate more. But the Stoics teach us that peace begins the moment we stop measuring our lives by external gains and start asking what is truly essential.

Together, we unpack how the ancient Stoics like Seneca and Epictetus approached the question of desire, and how their insights can help us draw a clear line between what we want and what we need. We also offer practical tools for defining your own version of enough so you can stop chasing and start living with greater clarity, freedom, and peace of mind.

If you feel like you are always on the move but never arriving, this conversation will help you pause, reflect, and begin charting your own Stoic roadmap to inner peace.

Want help defining your enough and applying Stoicism to your own life?
Book a free one-on-one coaching call with us here:
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If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. It helps others find the podcast and supports our mission to bring practical Stoicism to more people around the world.

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https://viastoica.com/Brendan-hogle/https://twitter.com/ViaStoicaReach us: info@viastoica.comProduced by: http://badmic.com

Stoic Quote: That Sort of Person is Bound to Do That

Friday, April 4, 2025 • Duration 08:46

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Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.

In 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 fourth episode, we explore a striking reminder from Marcus Aurelius in Meditations, Book 4.6:

“That sort of person is bound to do that. You might as well resent a fig tree for secreting juice. (Anyway, before very long you’ll both be death – death and soon forgotten.)”

What can we learn from this image of the fig tree and the inevitability of death? Marcus helps us confront the absurdity of holding onto resentment when people act according to their nature. Just as we don’t curse a fig tree for producing figs, we shouldn't waste our energy wishing others were different. And in the end, does it even matter? We are reminded of the shortness of life — and that we, and those who wrong us, will soon be gone and forgotten.

This is a powerful practice in accepting human behavior, releasing judgment, and keeping a wider perspective on what really matters.

If you are looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com — we have pages of hundreds of Stoic sayings. All are accompanied by their references so you can find them or use them in your own writings:

Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes or our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. Also leave a rating, as this helps us reach more like-minded people.

Stoic Quote: Suffer More Often in Imagination than in Reality

Friday, March 28, 2025 • Duration 08:20

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Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.

In the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We explore the famous writings of Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and others.

In this episode, we turn to a powerful insight from Seneca, found in Moral Letters to Lucilius, Book 2, Letter 13.4:

“There are more things, Lucilius, likely to frighten us than there are to crush us; we suffer more often in imagination than in reality.”

Seneca reminds us that our minds often magnify fear beyond what reality ever delivers. We explore how this Stoic insight can help us face challenges with clarity and reduce the anxiety that comes from imagined catastrophes. If you struggle with overthinking or fear of the unknown, this quote is a grounding reminder of the difference between thought and fact.

If you’re looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, where we’ve collected hundreds of Stoic sayings—each one carefully referenced so you can explore them in your own study or writing.

https://viastoica.com/stoic-quotes/
https://viastoica.com/seneca-quotes/
https://viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes/
https://viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes/

Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes and our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. If you enjoy the show, leave a rating—it helps us reach more like-minded people who want to live a Stoic life.

Read some more about this quote and its practices here:

https://viastoica.com/a-stoic-practice-for-overthinking/

Stoic Quote: "To stand up straight, not straightened." Marcus Aurelius

Friday, March 21, 2025 • Duration 09:39

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The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic quotes series

In 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 look at a quote by Marcus Aurelius. In his Meditations, book 3.5.

"To stand up straight – not straightened."

Self-reliance is an important topic in Stoicism, and Marcus Aurelius often reminds himself of this fact in his personal journal. Without shutting ourselves off from society and the world around us, it is important that we don't rely on externals to live well.

If you are looking for more quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, we have pages of hundreds of Stoic sayings. All are accompanied by their references so you can find them or use them in your own writings.

https://viastoica.com/stoic-quotes/
https://viastoica.com/seneca-quotes/
https://viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes/
https://viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes/

Make sure to subscribe to the podcast for more quote episodes or our regular Tuesday recordings and interviews. Also leave a rating, as this helps us reach more like-minded people.

Read more about this quote at https://viastoica.com/How-to-Practice-Stoic-Self-Reliance/

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