Publisher's Synopsis
Are you tired of being afraid of what's to come in life? Do you wish you could better control your reactions to adverse situations? Are you looking for teachings, exercises, and a moral compass that can guide you to a better way of living?
After looking at the history of Stoicism, we explore the philosophy as a whole, discussing the irrational passions, good passions, virtues, physics, logic, and ethics, all of which are integral parts of living as a stoic. After learning about what Stoicism can teach you, you will have the chance to begin practicing its ways yourself with simple exercises, daily living advice, and practical guidance to make your journey as smooth as possible. It won't be easy to change your life, but it will be worth it.
As a whole, Stoicism will teach you:
- The History of Stoicism, including the life of Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Seneca
- Famous Followers of Stoicism: from JK Rowling to Nassim Nicholas Taleb
- How to apply the key principles in your own life
- What the Four Virtues are and where they fit into Stoicism
- How to avoid the irrational passions and embrace the good passions
- Simple exercises to apply stoic teachings in your own life
- And so much more!
It's never too late to learn how to live. Stoicism offers a reprieve from a way of life that doesn't offer the greatest happiness. It teaches that mastery over our minds and our reactions is the key to achieving eudemonia, or true happiness.
Stoicism isn't just a way of thinking. It's a way of living, and it's about to change your life.
