Many prominent philosophies are praxis. Stoicism is meant to be equal parts theory and practice, with the two supporting each other to iterate towards being a b

Many prominent philosophies are praxis. Stoicism is meant to be equal parts theory and practice, with the two supporting each other to iterate towards being a better person. Buddha referred to theory as a raft to cross a river; useful to get somewhere, but not to carry forward. Practice is at the heart of true progress, and theory is only a stepping stone to aid in evolving your practice.