Join Massimo Pigliucci, a renowned philosopher and author, Donald Robertson, a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist, and John Sellars, a philosophy scholar, as they delve into the depths of Stoicism and other ancient wisdom. The trio explores how to navigate life's challenges beyond Stoicism, highlighting eclectic philosophical perspectives. They discuss creating a personal philosophy like a recipe, the Stoic views on the soul and emotion, and the interpretation of ancient texts. Expect practical insights that can enrich your modern life through timeless wisdom.
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Balance Consistency and Eclecticism
One school of philosophy alone can be sufficient, but caution is needed to avoid incoherence when mixing ideas from different schools.
An internal coherent framework is essential when curating one's own philosophy.
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Ways to Resolve Philosophy Conflicts
Resolve contradictions in philosophy by reflecting, debating, and testing ideas practically.
Use these methods to identify and refine your philosophical beliefs for greater coherence.
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Dichotomy of Control's Power
Epictetus' dichotomy of control teaches focusing on what is up to us and accepting what is not.
This concept supports psychological equanimity and emphasizes control over our judgments and intentions.
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Beyond Stoicism, A Guide to the Good Life of Stoics, Skeptics, Epicureans, and Other Ancient Philosophers
Beyond Stoicism, A Guide to the Good Life of Stoics, Skeptics, Epicureans, and Other Ancient Philosophers
Massimo Pigolucci
Nonsense on Stilts, How to Tell Science from Bunk
Nonsense on Stilts, How to Tell Science from Bunk
Massimo Pigolucci
Aristotle, Understanding the World's Greatest Philosopher
Aristotle, Understanding the World's Greatest Philosopher
John Sellers
How to Be a Stoic
Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life.
Massimo Pigliucci
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.
How to Think Like a Roman Emperor
The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius
Donald Robertson
In this book, Donald J. Robertson combines the life of Marcus Aurelius with insights from modern psychology and the enduring wisdom of Stoic philosophy. The book follows Marcus Aurelius' journey from a young noble to his reign as emperor of Rome, highlighting how he used philosophical doctrines and therapeutic practices to build emotional resilience and endure adversity. Robertson guides readers on how to apply these same methods to their own lives, making Stoicism accessible and relevant in a modern context.
The Pocket Epicurean
The Pocket Epicurean
John Sellers
While Stoicism is currently all the rage -and for good reason- it isn’t the only philosophy to address some of life’s toughest questions.
From dealing with uncertainty, stress, grief and more, we have a wonderful toolbox of wisdom at our disposal, if only we know where to look.
Renowned Stoics and philosophers, Massimo Pigliucci, Donald Robertson and John Sellars, take the lessons of Stoicism... and beyond... to see how we can approach life’s difficulties and incorporate time-tested philosophies into our modern life.
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