Few masculine archetypes are as mysterious and compelling as that of the monastic warrior. From the Shaolin monks to the Knights Templar, such men withdrew from worldly distractions and sacrificed common pleasures in order to develop both their spirituality and their martial prowess. Through study, contemplation, and physical exercise/training, they disciplined body, mind, and soul … Related posts: Use Stoic Philosophy to Achieve Total Joy and Untroubling Equanimity Stoic Advice from Epictetus on the Art of Living – Part 1 Stoic Advice from Epictetus on
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