Stoic Concepts
What is the release of control?
When Gru is rejected by Mr. Perkins, he shows this stoic trait instead of lashing out.
What is self control or emotional restraint?
Minions often lack this Stoic quality.
What is self-control or temperance?
The idea of living in balance with the world, something Gru learns through fatherhood.
What is living in accordance with nature?
Gru's resilience after Vector steals the shrink ray shows this stoic virtue.
What is perseverance?
Despite setbacks, minions stay dutiful and serve with joy.
What is Loyalty or fulfilling one's role?
This key stoic practice involves imagining the worst that could happen- similar to Gru's failed moon heist.
What is negative visualization?
Gru's decision to give up the moon heist reflects this stoic principle.
What is the preference of virtue over externals?
This stoic concept meaning endurance of hardship without complaint is something the minions show in though missions.
What is fortitude?
The stoics beloved this inner quality is the only true good. Gru develops it through caring for the girls.
What is virtue?
Gru's shift from the villain to father mirrors this stoic transformation of character.
What is moral progress?
Gru sometimes yells at the minions, failining in this Stoic Discipline related to anger.
What is control of passions?
Name the stoics exercise of reviewing and considering past event- Gru experiences this during his change of heart.
What is reflection or self examination?
Despite chaos from the minions and kids, Gru learns to remain centered, embodying this Stoic term.
What is Equanimity?
When Gru calmly organizes the minions into a rocket building team, he shows this balanced stoic trait.
What is Prudence or practical wisdom?