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At its core, Stoicism advocates for mindfulness, resilience, and virtue—not emotional suppression. The misconception that being stoic equates with the absence of emotional experiences or vulnerability is misleading and can have detrimental effects on mental health. A 2022 study titled "Misunderstood Stoicism" highlights the negative psychological outcomes linked to this naïve understanding of the philosophy, leading to feelings of loneliness, dissatisfaction, and even depression. Instead of finding solace, adherents to this distorted interpretation often struggle with their well-being, undermining the very purpose for which Stoicism was intended: to help individuals live a life of virtue and service to others.