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1. Study - Like all subjects, the first step in understanding is to study the works of those that came before us. Popular text revolves around the knowledge of Epictetus, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius.
2. Meditation - As Marcus Aurelius's writings have been labeled, meditation is a great exercise for mindfulness, a foundational concept of Stoicism. It also helps with emotional intelligence and focus.
3. Journaling - Marcus Aurelius's teachings are from his journals. Journaling can help to reflect on your decisions, and put words to emotions, so that they can be better identified and worked through.
4. Detachment - Before being incarcerated, Seneca would frequently take small vacations from his attachments and possessions to remind himself that he could survive without those things.
5. Dialogue - While Stoicism lends itself to solitary practice, many Stoic sages would share their thoughts in public forums and find new understanding through conversation with others.
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