This chapter discusses the similarities and differences between Stoicism and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It explores how CBT was inspired by Stoic teachings and emphasizes the importance of evidence-based treatments for specific anxiety disorders. The chapter also considers the potential benefits of using Stoicism as a therapy protocol for anger and chronic health problems.
In this episode, I chat with Tim LeBon, cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist, research director for the Modern Stoicism organization, and author of Wise Therapy: Philosophy for Counsellors, Teach Yourself Positive Psychology, and more recently, 365 Ways to be More Stoic, edited by my wife Kasey Pierce.
Topics covered include…
* How Tim first got into philosophical practice and Stoicism
* The relationship between Stoicism and CBT in general
* Stoicism and third-wave CBT — recent advances
* What Tim has learned about Stoicism from his experience as research director with Modern Stoicism
* What's 365 Ways like? How it differs from other Stoicism books
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