How the Iron Minds Experience Is Different 

At Iron Minds we use Stoic philosophy to cultivate mental fortitude following trauma. 

Do You Have Trauma?

When we experience traumatic events or live in traumatizing environments, it’s hard not to lose part of ourselves. This might feel like losing a sense of purpose and not finding enjoyment in things. Maybe it’s intrusive thoughts that leave us anxious and irritable. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety or grief related to trauma, Iron Minds is here for you.

At Iron Minds we understand trauma. Following my own personal trauma (life altering injury) I never thought I would find light in the dark but through utilization of ideas in Stoic philosophy, I reached a place of inner strength and peace. You can read more about my story on our ABOUT US page.

Why Stoicism?

Ancient Stoic philosophy is popular in self help today because it works. Stoicism isn't about putting on a poker face while emotions rage inside. It's about taking charge of those emotions and letting inner peace and mental fortitude win.

The Stoics taught cognitive processing tools and emotion regulation skills. These First Century psychotherapists taught that emotion regulation is achieved by focusing on what one can affect. They taught the importance of examining one's perceptions, and reframing judgments to shape more constructive emotional responses. They were rigorous with the self discipline.

Stoicism might seem like a tough road to take for a survivor of trauma. However you process your trauma is valid if it helps you. But if you find yourself responding to a message that motivates personal accountability for developing resilience in the face of trauma, the Stoics offer a gold mine of tools for that development.
 

Ready to take your life back, Stoic style?

Using materials that allow others to work through the philosophy to rewire the mind with fortitude, we help clients find their inner strength in the wake of trauma. Our unique blend of cognitive behavioral therapy and philosophy seeks to help clients develop healthy thinking habits and ultimately reach a place of healing.

"The philosophical origins of cognitive therapy can be traced back to the Stoic philosophers."

Aaron T. Beck

Iron Minds philosophical approach looks to the profound and powerful language of Stoic philosophers. We look to heroic figures like emperor and warrior Marcus Aurelius, brilliant statesman and orator Seneca, and Epictetus, who lived through brutal cruelty and debilitating disability but remained strong of mind. (Check out this post about the Stoics on our blog)

The Stoics held that challenging ourselves is key to finding inner strength. They believed personal integrity, a balanced mind and emotional regulation are essential for a quality life.

Why Iron Minds?

Trauma is tricky. Our minds can be negatively altered by its narratives. Depression and anxiety can make positive or even logical thinking difficult. At Iron Minds we believe healing from trauma is possible. We know the Stoics did too. 

We are committed to using the ancient philosophy of the Greco-Roman Stoics to understand ourselves, our trauma and our purpose. We use tangible tools found in cognitive therapy with help from Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus and Seneca. We seek to teach:

• Breath work, mindfulness and meditation for peace
 • Radical acceptance 
 • Cultivation of self-discipline
 • Response to external events with reason
 • Methods to challenge negative thought patterns

Sound interesting?

Let us help you help yourself heal from trauma today!