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How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life

by Massimo Pigliucci

Ancient Stoicism for questions of modern life

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Ancient Stoicism for questions of modern life

Massimo Pigliucci introduces Stoicism through the ideas associated with Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, connecting this ancient philosophy with everyday questions about living well. The book considers how Stoic thinking might inform choices around relationships and money, as well as responses to personal hardship. Its practical emphasis is on distinguishing what can be influenced from what lies beyond one’s control, and on examining which concerns deserve attention. The result is a guide to Stoicism framed around familiar modern dilemmas, rather than an account limited to the philosophy’s historical origins.

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  • Readers interested in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy
  • Those seeking a philosophical framework for thinking about everyday decisions and adversity

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StoicismLiving wellControl and perspectiveRelationships and moneyResponding to hardship

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Book overview

An engaging guide to how Stoicism--the ancient philosophy of Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius--can help us flourish today.

"One of the best explorations of Stoic philosophy that I've read." --Timothy Ferriss, author of The 4-Hour Workweek

Whenever we worry about what to eat, how to love, or simply how to be happy, we are worrying about how to lead a good life. No goal is more elusive.

In this thoroughly updated edition of the modern classic How to Be a Stoic, philosopher Massimo Pigliucci offers Stoicism, the ancient philosophy that inspired Emperor Marcus Aurelius, as the best way to live well. Stoicism is a pragmatic philosophy that focuses our attention on what is possible and gives us perspective on what is unimportant. By understanding Stoicism, we can learn to answer crucial questions: Should we get married or divorced? How should we handle our money when our markets are in turmoil? How can we survive great personal tragedy?

Whoever we are, Stoicism has something for us--and How to Be a Stoic is the essential guide.
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