Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life

Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life

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Stoicism at the Dentist

Stoicism at the Dentist

A little philosophy can go a long way with pain control

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Donald J. Robertson
Oct 17, 2023
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I’ve just come home from the dentist so I thought I’d write a short article while the experience is still fresh in my mind. I always use psychological techniques to help me cope with the pain and discomfort of dental procedures. Today’s appointment was for something pretty minor but I still found it helpful to use Stoicism and some cognitive therapy t…

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