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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.
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 7 episodes
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
Authored by Massimo Pagolucci, it offers guidance on applying ancient Stoic principles to modern living.

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Mentioned by 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