On today's show, I talk with Donald Robertson, the co-founder of Modern Stoicism and the author of How to Think Like a Roman Emperor: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius. Robertson is an expert on both ancient Stoicism and the modern psychotherapy that evolved from Stoicism called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Robertson goes in-depth on the life of the Roman Stoic and Emperor Marcus Aurelius and the lessons we can learn from his life and philosophical practices.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:

What is Stoicism
Why Stoicism is so popular today
What to do if your girlfriend or boyfriend dumps you
How to build resilience
The Stoic view on the pursuit of wealth
How to deal with negative emotions like anger, envy and anxiety
How to calm your mind and emotions
How to apply Stoic principles to achieve The Good Life

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BOOKS AND RESOURCES

Donald Robertson's How to Think Like a roman Emperor: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius by
The Good Life Episode #6: Guide to the Good Life with William Irvine
Ca pital One.This is Banking Reimagined.

CONNECT WITH DONALD ROBERTSON

Donald's Website
Donald's Twitter Account

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