What does the Serenity Prayer have in common with ancient Stoic philosophy? Derek explores how Epictetus’ teachings on control, acceptance and wisdom mirror one of recovery’s most familiar prayers—and how knowing what we can change may help us live with greater peace.
Sober Curator contributor Derek Castleman explores how Stoicism can support addiction recovery through the Four Cardinal Virtues: wisdom, temperance, justice, and courage. Far from teaching emotional suppression, Stoicism offers a practical philosophy of life rooted in reason, self-control, accountability, and the daily pursuit of becoming your most excellent self.
Senior Sober Curator Tony Harte connects the ancient command “know thyself” with addiction recovery, Stoic philosophy, Socratic questioning, and Step Ten’s continued personal inventory. This thoughtful piece explores how genuine self-knowledge, daily self-examination, and honest accountability can help people in recovery move beyond avoidance and into lasting personal transformation.
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