STOICISM
What’s Better Left Unsaid
If only our government leaders were required to study Stoicism (or any of the life philosophies) and elocution before holding office.
“Cato practiced the kind of public speech capable of moving the masses, believing proper political philosophy takes care like any great city to maintain the warlike element. But he was never seen practicing in front of others, and no one ever heard him rehearse a speech. When he was told that people blamed him for his silence, he replied, ’Better they not blame my life. I begin to speak only when I’m certain what I’ll say isn’t better left unsaid.’” — Plutarch, Cato the Younger, 4
Living now in Australia after growing up in the USA, I’m well accustomed to a fast pace of life — be more, do more, have more — and it doesn’t sit well with me.
I’m choosing a slower pace of life and taking my time before making large and even small purchases. Do I really need this item? Will it…
