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Learn moreStoicism For Dummies will teach you the basic principles of stoic philosophy and show you how it can help you navigate the ups and downs of life. We all face challenges and setbacks, and, if we have the right mindset, we can sail through them with ease. This book offers a comprehensive look at Stoic philosophy, uncovering its strengths and attractions and shedding light on its limitations, both in the ancient world where it was developed, and in our world today. Learn how you can apply stoic principles for personal growth and better living, and how you can adapt this philosophical outlook to your unique circumstances. Written in terms anyone can understand, this friendly Dummies guide helps you understand stoicism, and also apply it in your life.
● Understand the basics of stoic philosophy, including virtues and practices
● Learn how to keep calm and carry on when life throws you curveballs
● Apply stoic principles to improve your relationships and quality of life
● Discover the history of stoicism and how its principles can apply to today's world
This book is great for anyone who wants to learn more about stoicism and its benefits.
Gregory Bassham is author of The Philosophy Book, an illustrated history of philosophy, and ten other books. Gregory was a professor of philosophy at King's College.
Tom Morris holds a PhD degree in philosophy and religious studies from Yale University, and is a former professor of philosophy at the University of Notre Dame. He is also the founder of the Morris Institute for Human Values and the author of over thirty books, including The Stoic Art of Living: Inner Resilience and Outer Results.
Graham Rowat is an award-winning narrator who has appeared in numerous television shows and stage productions. He has had roles on Broadway in Meteor Shower, Sunset Boulevard, Mamma Mia, Guys and Dolls, LoveMusik, Dracula, and Beauty and the Beast, and his Off-Broadway credits include The Blue Flower (Second Stage) and The Boys in the Band (Transport Group). Nationally, he has appeared in productions of White Christmas and Les Miserables, and his regional credits include Arsenic and Old Lace, Constellations (Berkshire Theatre Festival), and A Funny Thing . . . Forum (Two River Theater, Williamstown Theatre Festival). His television credits include Elementary and The Good Wife.