Evenminded

/ˌiːvənˈmaɪndɪd/ adjective

Definition

Calm, balanced, and not easily disturbed; maintaining steady thoughts and emotions regardless of circumstances.

Etymology

Compound of 'even' (balanced, calm) + 'minded' (disposed to think a certain way). Formed as a parallel to other '-minded' compounds like 'openminded' or 'fairminded.'

Kelly Says

Stoic philosophers valued being 'evenminded' as the height of wisdom—the ability to remain unshaken whether you faced joy or sorrow, gain or loss, showed true mental mastery.

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