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March 12, 2025 • 38 mins

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In this episode of Perennial Wisdom, my guest is James Romm (editor of How to Die and How to Have a Life). In the conversation, James and I discuss the importance of preparing for death, the role of virtue in achieving happiness, and the art of self-reflection. As you’ll hear in the episode, James is highly knowledgeable of Seneca's life and philosophy. He is the author of Dying Every Day: Seneca at the Court of Nero and several others, including a forthcoming book titled Plato and the Tyrant.


Key Takeaways

  • Seneca’s view on preparing for death.
  • Why self-knowledge is essential for ethical living.
  • The connection between forgiveness and self-improvement.


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