Questions 1 - 10:
Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Stoicism
Stoicism is still relevant today because of its 1 appeal.
Ancient Stoics
- Stoicism was founded over 2,000 years ago in Greece.
- The Stoics’ ideas are surprisingly well known, despite not being intended for 2
Stoic principles
- Happiness could be achieved by leading a virtuous life.
- Controlling emotions was essential.
- Epictetus said that external events cannot be controlled but the 3 people make in response can be controlled.
- A Stoic is someone who has a different view on experiences which others would consider as 4
The influence of Stoicism
- George Washington organised a 5 about Cato to motivate his men.
- The French artist Delacroix was a Stoic.
- Adam Smith’s ideas on 6 were influenced by Stoicism.
- Some of today’s political leaders are inspired by the Stoics.
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
– the treatment for 7 is based on ideas from Stoicism
– people learn to base their thinking on 8
- In business, people benefit from Stoicism by identifying obstacles as 9
Relevance of Stoicism
- It requires a lot of 10 but Stoicism can help people to lead a good life.
- It teaches people that having a strong character is more important than anything else.