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Academics have proven that taking part in the ancient philosophy of stoicism does reduce negative emotions, with 94% of participants who took part in the annual Stoic Week event, run by Royal Holloway, University of London, saying they feel better about their lives.
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Big Interview: Author on how ancient belief in Stoicism is helping thousands cope with modern struggles © Supplied by Royal Holloway Thank you for signing up to The Press and Journal newsletter. Something went wrong - please try again later. Sign Up Exhaustion, burnout and depression are all part of a mental health crisis that long predates the Covid pandemic. Much has been said about the issues becoming even more pronounced during and in the aftermath of lockdown. But have we had the answer to a calmer and more balanced life all along? Stoicism, a philosophy founded in ancient Greece...