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Explore the writings and philosophy of the renowned Roman Stoic, playwright, orator, political advisor, and moral philosopher, Lucius Annaeus Seneca. The host, Simon Drew (most widely known for his work on The Practical Stoic Podcast, now The Walled Garden), is an Australian poet, musician, philosophical mentor, and author of the book, The Poet & The Sage, A Journey Beyond the Distant Hills. He has been exploring Stoic philosophy since 2015. Soul Searching with Seneca is a podcast within the Walled Garden Podcast network. Go to thewalledgarden.com to find out more.

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    • Sep 7, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 15m AVG DURATION
    • 138 EPISODES


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    On the Proper Style for a Philosopher's Discourse

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 63:34


    Join Simon Drew and Judith Stove in conversation around Seneca's 40th letter: On the Proper Style for a Philosopher's Discourse. To register for our meetup on the same letter, go to: https://thewalledgarden.com/post/on-the-proper-style-for-a-philosophers-discourse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On True Friendship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 31:18


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On a Promising Pupil

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 32:08


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Truth Yet to be Discovered

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 12:51


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Staking Your Own Claim to Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 17:06


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Making Progress on the Philosophical Path

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 18:54


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Rising Level to God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 26:51


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Siren Songs and Trust in Oneself

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 19:45


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Remembering Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 16:39


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Death and Nature's Laws

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 10:00


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Courage in the Face of Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 17:51


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Philosophy and Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 10:18


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Trappings of Celebrity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 14:24


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Courage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 7:33


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Tricks of the Bad Student

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 12:33


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Art of Teaching Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 10:42


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Beginning of Salvation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 15:27


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Choosing Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 16:03


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Looking Within Before Blaming the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 14:06


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Travel as a Cure for the Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 8:48


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Outsourcing Soundness of Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 14:03


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Virtue and the Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 25:12


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Seneca on His Own Illness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 8:03


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Death and Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 15:54


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Final Test of the Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 18:15


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Growing Old

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 14:09


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Need for Guidance and Oversight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 16:12


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Reformation of the Character

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 13:15


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Not Seeking Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 13:30


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Dying Every Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 11:57


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Possible Outcomes of Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 15:51


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Overcoming Fear of Life's Suffering

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 14:00


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Hoping for the Best and Preparing for the Worst

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 15:48


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Overcoming Fears

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 16:00


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Learning to Have Lived long Enough

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 13:12


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Living with Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 11:42


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Substantive Joy, Pleasure, and the Abyss of Sorrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 20:24


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On True and Reliable Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 14:33


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Joy of the Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 10:42


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Leaving Life As We Have Begun

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 13:12


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drewOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Keeping Your Eye on Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 9:36


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Choosing Correct Aims First

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 13:36


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Futility of Half-Way Measures

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 18:57


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Calling Upon Wisdom in the Moment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 10:06


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On the Two Paths to Riches

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 18:24


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Seneca's Prophecy for His Writings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 14:45


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Goods of the Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 18:24


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Poverty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 20:18


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Seneca's Definition of Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 17:00


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Practicing What You Preach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 20:12


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    On Leaving Public Life Behind (P4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 19:12


    Lucius Annaeus Seneca remains one of the most influential philosophers of antiquity. A playwright, advisor to Emperor Nero, skilled orator, and prolific philosopher, Seneca's words have transcended the ages and lived up to his own expectations that what he wrote would live on to advise and aid future generations. Now, in Soul Searching with Seneca, Simon Drew explores Seneca's writings piece by piece, bringing them to life with his own commentary and philosophical insights. About the Host: Simon Drew is a poet, musician, philosopher, and mentor. He's most well known within the global Stoic community, and he's the CEO and Co-Founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society: a global community of philosophers and seekers who are coming together in search of truth, wisdom, virtue, and the Divine. The Walled Garden: thewalledgarden.com Get Mentoring with Simon: thewalledgarden.com/philosophical-mentoring-with-simon-drew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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