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have the unfounded belief that Stoicism alone is too pacifistic thus is ill-equipped to handle malevolenc Stoicism is formally taught in the classroom to aspir
by gaius 9y ago
have the unfounded belief that Stoicism alone is too pacifistic thus is ill-equipped to handle malevolenc
Stoicism is formally taught in the classroom to aspiring Navy SEALs; it’s probably capable of handling (necessary) violence
- cheschire 9y agoIn the case of training a fighting force, doctrine of the enemy is often as beneficial to study. That does not mean stoicism is being promoted as the doctrine of either side, however. Obviously stoicism makes a useful tool for someone who must endure the incredible hardship of soul that special operations must endure, however it's important to note that it is equally useful for the enemy to be just as resilient.
- gaius 9y agoIt wouldn’t surprise me if Spetsnaz also studied it, it would if ISIS did