The ancient stoics believed in the power of discretion and the wisdom of silence. They understood that not everything we think or experience should be shared with the world. In the pursuit of wisdom and inner strength, Stoicism teaches us to keep seven things to ourselves:
1. Don't speak ill of yourself
2. Don't boast about self-improvement
3. Don't be a glutton
4. Don't share your personal information
5. Don't be quick to share your opinions
6. Don't waste time on gossip or trivial matters
7. Don't expect others to conform to your beliefs or values
By keeping these things to ourselves, we can protect our self-confidence, mental well-being, and personal growth. We should refrain from engaging in self-deprecating talk and strive to remind ourselves of our potential and capabilities. Self-improvement should be a personal journey undertaken with humility and discretion. We should practice moderation in all aspects of life, including our eating and drinking habits. We should also avoid sharing personal information, opinions, gossip, or trivial matters and expecting others to conform to our beliefs or values. By adopting these principles, we can cultivate inner strength, resilience, and wisdom.
