For some reason, Maslow’s hierarchy of needs came to mind when I listened to this, particularly not to fear death or poverty. Would there be any correlation? He suggested that lower-level needs must generally be satisfied before higher-level needs become motivating factors. Later, he included cognitive (knowledge, curiosity) and aesthetic (beauty, balance) needs, and some versions add transcendence (helping others achieve self-actualization) above self-actualization. May fortune be with you on your new endeavor.
Thanks Jon! Yes, I think there is a correlation with Maslow. He wrote about fear as well - fear of growth and fear of safety. Seneca's point probably connects with a fear of safety hindering one's growth (what he called freedom here). Maslow believed that growth requires a conscious effort to overcome fear and choose growth over safety. Thanks for bringing Maslow into the discussion!
For some reason, Maslow’s hierarchy of needs came to mind when I listened to this, particularly not to fear death or poverty. Would there be any correlation? He suggested that lower-level needs must generally be satisfied before higher-level needs become motivating factors. Later, he included cognitive (knowledge, curiosity) and aesthetic (beauty, balance) needs, and some versions add transcendence (helping others achieve self-actualization) above self-actualization. May fortune be with you on your new endeavor.
Thanks Jon! Yes, I think there is a correlation with Maslow. He wrote about fear as well - fear of growth and fear of safety. Seneca's point probably connects with a fear of safety hindering one's growth (what he called freedom here). Maslow believed that growth requires a conscious effort to overcome fear and choose growth over safety. Thanks for bringing Maslow into the discussion!
Wonderful reflection that really helps to put these tenets into practice.
Glad to hear you found it useful!