Keeping the Faith for Philosophers

In the podcast episode, Eddie discusses the ancient Greek philosophy of Stoicism and its relevance to understanding human nature and developing faith in humanity. He highlights the Stoic belief in human rationality and virtue, associating negative behavior not with inherent malice but with ignorance. Emphasizing Stoic teachings to center on personal moral growth rather than focusing on others' flaws, Eddie also brings up the concept of 'cosmopolis', a philosophy that sees all humans as an interconnected global community. Furthermore, he talks about accepting imperfections as natural and constant aspects of life, and the practice of negative visualization for emotional resilience. Utilizing these Stoic practices in daily life, as per Eddie, can help maintain faith in humanity.