Stoicism is an ancient philosophical school of thought

that dates back to the 3rd century BC. It teaches the

concept of individual virtue, freedom from negative
emotions, and inner peace as the ultimate goal in life.
It encourages transcendence of material possessions and
understanding of our place in the universe. Stoicism
espouses the belief that we should live lives of service
and contentment, focusing on living virtuously and acting
in a manner that's virtuous to ourselves and others.
Stoics practice a strict form of self-discipline and
focus on understanding the nature of the world and how to
act harmoniously within it.