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Unlike other philosophies named after individuals, Stoicism takes its name from a place—the Stoa, where people gathered to discuss life’s deepest questions. This makes Stoicism uniquely accessible to all—a philosophy not confined to scholars but open to everyone, just as it was in ancient times.
Now, centuries later, we continue this tradition. 📖 No homework, no pressure—just open minds and engaging discussion. Let’s explore resilience, virtue, and practical philosophy together. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
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Stoics by the beach Reading and Discussion Group
Cronulla RSL, 38 Gerrale Street, Cronulla, Sydney, AUUnlike other philosophies, Stoicism was named after a place not a person, making it accessible to ALL people. In ancient greco-roman times people would meet at the Stoa, where they would discuss Stoic Philosophy. We can meet in the park just as the stoic sages 1000s of years ago.
Currently reading SENECA: Moral Letters to Lucia.
FULL-TEXT: Moral letters to Lucilius - Wikisource, the free online libraryNo need to do any homework, we will read together and discuss. Am looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
Event fee (Optional) suggested $2.
Pay on the day, payID 0416147804, PayPal: paypal.me/jonnikaren or private message for direct deposit details. In lieu of event fee, you can buy me a coffee :)8 attendees
Stoicism in Practice: Sunrise Journaling Group (a 30-Minute Morning Practice)
·OnlineOnlineAre you looking to build more resilience and virtue in your daily life? Join us at sunrise to build a Stoic morning routine. We use the Stoa app—a tool that combines ancient Stoic wisdom with mindfulness meditation—to guide our reflections.
The Logistics
- we are a sunrise 🌅 journaling group who meet every Monday to Thursday 6.30am on Zoom.
- We have listed on Meetup once a month to provide an opportunity for additional members.
- Camera & Audio is optional, initially, we need to verify your identity for the safety of the group, thereafter, no obligation to stay on screen. Feel free to join regularly from the comfort of your bed or while out for a sunrise walk.
The Agenda
- 6:30 AM: Arrival and settling in.
- 6:35 AM: Prompt Start. We will listen to a curated recording from the Stoa meditation app.
- 6:45 AM: 10 minutes of silent, focused journaling.
- 6:55 AM: Brief, optional discussion/reflection.
- 7:00 AM: Closing and start of your day.
> Community Note: We have a WhatsApp for the Sunrise Stoics, please ask to be added if you're interested in joining us more regularly.
What You’ll Need
- A notebook and pen.
- A quiet space.
The Stoa app (optional, but recommended for following along later).
Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a complete beginner, you are welcome. Let’s build a "playbook for living well" together.
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Stoicism in Practice: online Journaling workshop | guest speaker Niko
·OnlineOnlineJoin us for a special guest workshop featuring Niko, a dedicated member of our Sydney Stoics Sunrise journaling community!
In this interactive online workshop, Niko will be sharing key insights inspired by his recent YouTube video: Watch Niko's Video Here.
I found a lot of value in his video from a Stoic perspective, and I thought it
would be great to invite him to share his philosophy with our group.Grab your journal, a warm drink, and log in ready to engage!
Evening Agenda
7:00 PM – Arrival & Welcome (10 mins)
Settling in, hello's, and a quick community meet-and-greet.
7:10 PM – Guest Presentation by Niko (10 mins)
Niko shares the core philosophy and theory from his video.
7:15 PM – Q&A Session (10 mins)
Your chance to ask Niko questions about his specific practices before he starts the guided workshop.
7:30 PM – Guided Journaling Exercise (20 mins)
Putting philosophy into practice with a structured journaling session Niko will guide us through his exercise.
7:50 PM – Open Forum Discussion (10 mins)
A space to share insights, breakthroughs, realisations, or reflections on the journaling process.What to Bring:
- journal or notebook
- preferred pen
- warm drink.
Note on Well-being & Community:
This workshop is a peer-led discussion focused on sharing personal insights into Stoic philosophy, journaling practices, and community connection. The hosts and guest speakers are not medical, psychological, or mental health professionals, and the content shared is for educational and exploratory purposes only. It should not be taken as professional medical or mental health advice. By joining us, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own well-being. If you are experiencing distress or require professional support, please reach out to a licensed medical or healthcare professional.
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