E43: Chrysippus




Historical Figures show

Summary: A major figure in shaping Greek philosophy, the messages Chrysippus taught about accepting the things one cannot change and finding joy beyond our daily troubles are still applicable today. Chrysippus was a defining teacher of Stoicism who shaped philosophy in his time and beyond. This 200’s BC philosopher’s influence reaches all the way to major religions and modern cognitive behavioral therapy. Chrysippus died in 206 BC, either from laughing or drinking bad wine. SPONSORS! ThirdLove- Go to THIRDLOVE.COM/UNSOLVED now and try ThirdLove FREE for 30 days! Unsolved Murders: True Crime Stories – New episodes out now! Subscribe and listen on your favorite podcast directory!