What is Stoicism and can it coexist with Christianity? In this episode of A Reason for Hope, host Jack and theologian Dr. David Hajduk break down the rising appeal of Stoic philosophy among modern audiences—especially young adults searching for peace in a chaotic world. With influencers like Ryan Holiday championing Stoicism as the key to emotional resilience and success, we explore:

• What Stoicism really teaches
• Why it’s trending now
• The spiritual hunger behind its rise
• Where Stoicism aligns with and diverges from the Catholic worldview
• Why Christ offers more than calm—He offers salvation
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📌 Whether you're a curious Catholic, a student of philosophy, or just looking for peace in the storm, this episode will challenge and inspire you to go deeper.

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⏰Timecode⏰

00:00 Introduction

01:34 Start of Interview

03:20 What is Stoicism?

05:48 Stoicism's Conception

07:26 Marcus Aurelius

07:58 What are the main tenets of Stoicism?

10:16 Stoicism's View on Psychology

19:47 In What Ways is Stoicism Compatible with Christianity

32:49 Ways that Stoicism Differs from Christianity

44:56 Why is Stoicism becoming so popular?

48:27 Gender Roles in our Society

49:41 What is real masculinity?