How do you move forward when life delivers a crushing blow? Host John Sampson explores the journey of Accepting Your Reality and finding purpose after a life-altering event.

This episode provides a practical framework drawing on both ancient philosophy and modern psychology:

• The Ancient Wisdom: Explore Plato's Myth of Er and the unchangeable "cosmic order", the Stoics' radical concept of Amor Fati (Love of Fate), and how Marcus Aurelius and Seneca used misfortune as a training ground for virtue.
• The Modern Mindset: Discover Nietzsche's life-affirming approach to Amor Fati, the grounded wisdom of Carl Jung on how "we cannot change anything until we accept it", and Aristotle's focus on choosing noble actions in the face of adversity.
• A Practical Approach: Learn the steps of Radical Acceptance and the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a proven method for enhancing psychological flexibility and reducing distress during chronic stress.

End the internal struggle, align your actions with your values, and find your next best step forward. #overcoming #mentalhealth #stoicism #psychology #philosophy #reality

We all feel the need for the approval and praise from others, particularly today with the "likes, shares, and followers" of social media. Check out this week's episode for practical tips on how to prevent becoming overly dependent on this need for your own happiness. #socialmedia #philosophy #psychology #mentalhealth #stoicism