Defining Terms

I have a terrible memory when it comes to recalling to mind what certain words mean. Hence, I've listed below two philisophical terms that are actually used quite frequently, but more often than not, lose their meaning on me because I can't remember their definition. (I must confess to being a rather selfish blogger; the primary benefit in posting always seems to lend itself to me.)

Without further ado, however, the terms:

Stoic(ism): Stoicism is the philosophy first publicized by the Greek thinker Zeno in which all emotional attachments or feelings are viewed as harmful. These days, the term Stoic usually refers to someone who shows little or no emotion.

Epicurean(ism): Founded by another Greek philosopher, (Epicurus), Epicureanism is almost the opposite of Stoicism. Essentially, Epicureans view emotional feelings and sensous pleasures as the greatest good. So if you hear the term Epicurean, think of someone who is into pleasure. (It's often used in terms of dining.)