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Premeditatio Malorum

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Last discussed Jul 1, 2026

A Stoic philosophical practice involving the mental rehearsal of potential setbacks or negative events to build resilience and reduce anxiety.

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"That's the exercise of premeditatio malorum, planning in advance for adversity."

Ask Yourself These Questions Everyday · ▶ 0:22 · Apr 9, 2026
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