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The Serious Business of Joy: Why Modern Perspectives on Happiness Need an Ancient Stoic Reset
Seneca, the Roman statesman and preeminent Stoic philosopher, once offered a striking assertion that challenges our modern, often frivolous understanding of emotional states: “Real joy, believe me, is a serious thing.” In an era where happiness is frequently marketed as a fleeting byproduct of consumerism, personal achievement, or the pursuit of superficial pleasure, the Stoic…
