Why You Should Listen More and Speak Less – Wisdom from Zeno of Citium

Stoic Quote Series – Via Stoica Podcast

In this episode of the Via Stoica Podcast, we go back to the roots of Stoicism — to Zeno of Citium, the founder of the philosophy. Long before Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus, Zeno taught the importance of listening, observation, and self-mastery.

We reflect on one of his most powerful quotes:

“The reason why we have two ears and only one mouth is that we may listen the more and talk the less.”
– Zeno of Citium, Lives of Eminent Philosophers, Book 7.23

Why is real listening so rare today?

How can we practice presence and attention in everyday conversations? And how does this quote connect to Stoic ideas like impressions, cosmopolitanism, and inner virtue?

This episode explores the Stoic art of listening and how to live it, not just talk about it.

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