This lecture discusses key ideas from the ancient Stoic philosopher Seneca's work, On Anger, book 1It focuses specifically on his criticisms of the often-made claim that anger is needed in order to defend other people close to one, including parents, children, spouses, friends, and neighborsTo support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - www.patreon.com/sadlerIf you'd like to make a direct contribution, you can do so here - www.paypal.me/ReasonIO - or at BuyMeACoffee - www.buymeacoffee.com/A4quYdWoMYou can find over 2000 philosophy videos in my main YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/gbisadlerPurchase Seneca's On Anger - https://amzn.to/3smh6M8