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Stoic Philosophy In A Nutshell: How Stoicism Leads To A Fulfilling Life
Doubting yourself? With the right mentality, it’ll be a thing of the pastOnce upon a time in Ancient China, there was a farmer with a brand-new horse. One day, his horse ran away. His neighbors gathered around him and said “It is so unfortunate for your horse to run away.�
The farmer said, “Maybe.�
The next day, the horse returned with seven wild horses. Now the farmer had eight horses! That evening, his neighbors gathered around him and said “You have eight horses now! What good luck.�
And the farmer said, “Maybe.�
The next day, the farmer’s son tried to ride one of the wild horses. He fell and broke his arm. The neighbors said “Your son has broken his arm. What poor luck!�
The farmer said, “Maybe.�
The next day, the army came to conscript villagers. Because the farmer’s son had a broken arm, he was not taken.
The villagers gathered around. “Because your son has a broken arm, he did not have to join the army! What a fortunate turn of events.�
And the farmer said, “Maybe.�
Are you seeing a pattern?
This farmer did not overreact one way or the other. He took events as they came and processed his emotions.
How often have you gotten some good or bad news and completely overreacted?
In hindsight, it wasn’t that big of a deal. You easily see how you could’ve calmly navigated a situation. Why can’t you think that way at the moment?
We are naturally emotional. For thousands of years, humans have struggled to think more rationally and less emotionally. And many leaders, politicians, and successful businessmen have found help in an ancient way of Stoicism.
Stoicism has been guiding people through life since the days of ancient Greece.
Stoic Philosophy In A Nutshell introduces you to the history and principles of Stoicism and guides you into applying the Stoic teachings in your everyday life.
Here’s just a sampling of what you’ll find
Why Stoicism is “an emotional Swiss Army knife� The four virtues of Stoic philosophy and how they can make each of us a better person Epictetus� detailed instructions on applying the Stoic teachings and attaining its ultimate goal � a flourishing lifeThe three Stoic disciplines essential to turning all situations into learning experiences (mastering no. 3 will keep emotions from overwhelming you)How Stoicism compares to other schools of thought and how to draw upon their connectionsThe Stoic principles at the core of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (keep these in mind and you’ll bypass modern mental health issues)Marcus Aurelius� ten rules on dealing with people and our reactions to their actions Why a famous philosopher made his students carry a leaking pot of soup around Athens before teaching them anything! ... and much, much more.
Contrary to popular belief, Stoicism isn’t about being unfeeling and unemotional. It is a versatile way of thinking that can enable you to tackle any problem in life.
Stoics are people who can process and integrate their emotions, without overwhelming their decision-making.
Applying the Stoic lessons of this book you will know how to overcome irrational fears to live a life of virtue and accomplishment.
The farmer said, “Maybe.�
The next day, the horse returned with seven wild horses. Now the farmer had eight horses! That evening, his neighbors gathered around him and said “You have eight horses now! What good luck.�
And the farmer said, “Maybe.�
The next day, the farmer’s son tried to ride one of the wild horses. He fell and broke his arm. The neighbors said “Your son has broken his arm. What poor luck!�
The farmer said, “Maybe.�
The next day, the army came to conscript villagers. Because the farmer’s son had a broken arm, he was not taken.
The villagers gathered around. “Because your son has a broken arm, he did not have to join the army! What a fortunate turn of events.�
And the farmer said, “Maybe.�
Are you seeing a pattern?
This farmer did not overreact one way or the other. He took events as they came and processed his emotions.
How often have you gotten some good or bad news and completely overreacted?
In hindsight, it wasn’t that big of a deal. You easily see how you could’ve calmly navigated a situation. Why can’t you think that way at the moment?
We are naturally emotional. For thousands of years, humans have struggled to think more rationally and less emotionally. And many leaders, politicians, and successful businessmen have found help in an ancient way of Stoicism.
Stoicism has been guiding people through life since the days of ancient Greece.
Stoic Philosophy In A Nutshell introduces you to the history and principles of Stoicism and guides you into applying the Stoic teachings in your everyday life.
Here’s just a sampling of what you’ll find
Why Stoicism is “an emotional Swiss Army knife� The four virtues of Stoic philosophy and how they can make each of us a better person Epictetus� detailed instructions on applying the Stoic teachings and attaining its ultimate goal � a flourishing lifeThe three Stoic disciplines essential to turning all situations into learning experiences (mastering no. 3 will keep emotions from overwhelming you)How Stoicism compares to other schools of thought and how to draw upon their connectionsThe Stoic principles at the core of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (keep these in mind and you’ll bypass modern mental health issues)Marcus Aurelius� ten rules on dealing with people and our reactions to their actions Why a famous philosopher made his students carry a leaking pot of soup around Athens before teaching them anything! ... and much, much more.
Contrary to popular belief, Stoicism isn’t about being unfeeling and unemotional. It is a versatile way of thinking that can enable you to tackle any problem in life.
Stoics are people who can process and integrate their emotions, without overwhelming their decision-making.
Applying the Stoic lessons of this book you will know how to overcome irrational fears to live a life of virtue and accomplishment.
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Published September 4, 2021
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July 19, 2022
This is a interesting book since it takes a subject not really often discussed, stoic philosophy, its origins and what it is all about. It also, most importantly, shows how it can be used to help a person's life.
It notes the first stoic, Zeno, around 334 B.C. E. The book discusses the principles of Stoicism, it's core ideas, its ultimate goals, it's key points and how this relates to how we can control our lives.
It notes that a good moral character and virtue are two main principles of the philosophy. It notes the differences between what we can and what we cannot control and how we can live with recognizing those. It emphasizes wisdom, justice, temperance and courage as good things to have. It also points out negative things a human being might demonstrate as to their own character.
The book also has a variety of references.
The main value of this book shows how a person can use Stoic principles in their own lives and how this can improve the quality of their life.
It notes the first stoic, Zeno, around 334 B.C. E. The book discusses the principles of Stoicism, it's core ideas, its ultimate goals, it's key points and how this relates to how we can control our lives.
It notes that a good moral character and virtue are two main principles of the philosophy. It notes the differences between what we can and what we cannot control and how we can live with recognizing those. It emphasizes wisdom, justice, temperance and courage as good things to have. It also points out negative things a human being might demonstrate as to their own character.
The book also has a variety of references.
The main value of this book shows how a person can use Stoic principles in their own lives and how this can improve the quality of their life.
January 15, 2022
A very basic introductory book even for some who is completely new to the subject like myself. The bare bones of stoic philosophy, values, doctrines and its ancient and contemporary thinkers. Part of it is some sort of self help but I did not find that helpful (although I was not looking for it either).
And, very imprecise translation of Greek terms.
And, very imprecise translation of Greek terms.
January 12, 2024
Great Summary of the Stoic Philosophy
This book provides a great summary of Stoicism and its guiding principles. It also provides various action steps to help the reader implement the principles into his or her daily life. Doing so, the reader can apply these principles to creating and or improving a virtuous life.
This book provides a great summary of Stoicism and its guiding principles. It also provides various action steps to help the reader implement the principles into his or her daily life. Doing so, the reader can apply these principles to creating and or improving a virtuous life.
March 27, 2022
Enjoyed this book a lot
This book does well mixing the ancient Stoic with modern ways and while I would not say a beginning beginner book it is easy to read and get the philosophy in an understandable way.
This book does well mixing the ancient Stoic with modern ways and while I would not say a beginning beginner book it is easy to read and get the philosophy in an understandable way.
April 12, 2022
Stoic Principles Unraveled !
Another look at life and it’s great ideas to make your life more enjoyable ! Will work hand in hand with the Holy Bible !
Another look at life and it’s great ideas to make your life more enjoyable ! Will work hand in hand with the Holy Bible !
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