Phantasia Kataleptike | The secret skill of Stoicism

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Phantasia Kataleptike, a lesser-known gem from Stoic philosophy, offers a transformative approach to life's challenges. This practice of 'objective representation' strips away the layers of subjective judgment that often cloud our perceptions. Imagine the power of viewing a setback not as a disaster but simply as a fact of life, a moment ripe with potential for growth. How does this shift affect our inner turmoil? The Stoics had insights that might surprise you, blending ancient wisdom with actionable strategies for modern living.

In this pod, we break down the essence of Phantasia Kataleptike and multiple methods for employing it as a tool for equanimity and de-catastrophization.

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We Discuss:

• Defining Phantasia Kataptike
• Acceptance of what is
• A dog and a cart | Epictetus’ classic simile
• Why the words we use impact us as much as (or more than) they impact others
• The lost ship
• The A-hole in a Jaguar
• Operationalziing Phantasia Kataleptike
• Valence | Awareness of emotion and narrative
• The Dichotomy of Control
• How to Think Like a Roman Emperor
• Actively de-catastrophizing
• Shifting from ‘what if’ to ‘why did’ to ‘so what?’ to ‘what’s next’
• The threat-challenge seesaw
• What to do when the emperor banishes you
• The counterarguments to Phantasia Kataleptike

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