Ataraxia

Definition

A state of serene calmness and freedom from anxiety, the goal of Epicurean and Skeptic philosophy.

Explanation

The Epicureans sought ataraxia through simple pleasures, friendship, and philosophical understanding that removes fear of death and the gods. The Skeptics achieved it by suspending judgment on all matters, avoiding the disturbance of holding opinions.
M. M. - Coffee Drinker & Storyteller

M. M.

Coffee Drinker & Storyteller

I live among shadows and broken certainties. I speak little, I think too much. Each text is a failed attempt to translate what I can't even fully feel.

Support this project (BTC) bc1q6gv3d2dzukg2986hgkq8qse7lzthuaglcvr2y9

Quote of the Day

"One is not born, but rather becomes, a woman."

— Simone de Beauvoir

Browse all quotes →

Most read