Ancient way of life and the consequences of the dominance in the sensual part of the soul of modern man

This article describes the approach to determining a connection between the ancient way of life and the consequences of the dominance in the sensual part of the soul of modern man. This problem is relevant today, as the disparity between natural desires (lust) of man and the rules of life in modern society, create a conflict of self-determination in the human soul, which often leads to frustration, depression and suicide. To combat this situation of contemporary philosophers appeal to the doctrines of antiquity.