This lecture discusses key ideas from the ancient Stoic philosopher Seneca's work, On Anger, book 1
It focuses specifically on on whether the emotion of anger is a sign or effect of the virtue of great-spiritedness or magnanimity, which Stoics consider to be one of the sub-virtues of courage
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Thomas Hobbes, Leviathan - Wit, Judgement, And Fancy - Sadler's Lectures
This lecture discusses key ideas from the modern philosopher Thomas Hobbes' work Leviathan It focuses specifically on first part of chapter 8 where he discusses what he calls "intellectual virtues", meaning the abilities of the mind that people praise, which he frames in terms of ... Show More
15m 32s
Oct 9
Thomas Hobbes, Leviathan - The Ends Of Discourse - Sadler's Lectures
This lecture discusses key ideas from the modern philosopher Thomas Hobbes' work Leviathan It focuses specifically on chapter 7, where he identifies and discusses what he calls the ends of mental and verbal discourse, and clarifies when the discourse people engage in results in m ... Show More
14m 10s
Sep 3
Turning Anger into Purpose After a Layoff
Anger after job loss can feel overwhelming whether it’s directed at a company, a decision-maker, or even yourself. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora explores how anger isn’t just destructive. It can be a powerful teacher when met with mindfulness. Through a Buddhist story ... Show More
6m 11s
Apr 2025
How to Work with Your Anger (Instead of Letting It Burn You)
Anger isn’t the enemy—it’s energy waiting to be understood. Rosie shares a personal story about learning to pause, reflect, and channel anger in a way that leads to clarity, not regret. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7m 58s
Aug 17
146 - The Hidden Cost of Anger (and How to Heal)
For more information on how to control your anger, visit angersecrets.com.In this heartfelt episode, anger expert Alastair Duhs explores the emotional toll of anger—not just on the people around you, but on your own sense of self. If you’ve ever whispered an apology and still fel ... Show More
10m 14s
Apr 2025
Stoic Advice for Handling Setbacks, Insults, and Death | William Irvine
How to boost your psychological immune system, the stoic way. William “Bill” Irvine is the emeritus professor of philosophy at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. He is the author of eight books that have been translated into more than twenty languages, including Guide to th ... Show More
1h 14m
May 2021
Episode 96, Pride and Anger (Part II - Anger)
Introduction If I told you I was a proud and angry person, what would you think of me? Would you conjure up the image of an entitled, arrogant aggressor? The devil’s turn from God was born of pride after all. What if you thought of a person with standards, a person with integrity ... Show More
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