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How to Be a Stoic

Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life.
Book • 2017
In this book, Massimo Pigliucci provides an introduction to Stoic philosophy, updating it for a contemporary scientific worldview.

The book is divided into three main sections, focusing on the disciplines of desire, action, and assent.

Pigliucci uses personal anecdotes and historical examples to illustrate how Stoic principles can be applied to everyday challenges, such as managing emotions, making moral decisions, and coping with life's uncertainties.

The book emphasizes the distinction between what is within our control and what is not, and offers practical exercises to integrate Stoic practices into daily life.

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Mentioned in 8 episodes

Mentioned by
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John Vervaeke
as a popular book on Stoicism.
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Ep. 1 - Introduction
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Ryan Holiday
as one of
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Massimo Pigliucci
's books on Stoicism.
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Massimo Pigliucci on Why Virtue Matters
Mentioned by Kai Whiting, who read it while grieving the loss of his grandfather.
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Coping With Grief: 10 Timeless Strategies From Ancient Philosophy
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Massimo Pigliucci
as a book containing exercises to help readers apply Stoic principles.
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Ancient solutions for modern problems | Stoicism Series PART 2 | Massimo Pigliucci
Recommended by a friend, Eve Dehan, after the passing of the speaker's mother, to help deal with grief.
Yinka Ilori: Architect of Joy, Artist of Purpose
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Chris Williamson
at the end of the podcast as
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Massimo Pigliucci
's books on Stoicism.
#170 - Massimo Piggliuci - 5 Exercises From Stoicism To Improve Your Life
Authored by Massimo Pagolucci, it offers guidance on applying ancient Stoic principles to modern living.
Beyond Stoicism
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Ryan Holiday
in reference to Stoic philosophy.
Jake Seliger On Cancer, Acceptance, And The Gift Of Life
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Benny Voncken
as a refreshing narrative and wonderful conversation with Epictetus.
A Stoic Conversation with Massimo Pigliucci: From How to be a Stoic to Beyond Stoicism
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Andrew Leigh
as the focus of the conversation; the author discusses his transition from evolutionary biology to philosophy and his exploration of Stoicism.
127. Massimo Pigliucci on Stoicism
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Anya Leonard
as one of his several books.
Did Socrates Teach Morality?
Mentioned by Shankar Vedantam as a book written by
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Massimo Pigliucci
on how to apply stoicism to modern life.
You 2.0: The Wisdom of Stoicism

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