How to Be a Stoic by Massimo Pigliucci
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摘要
* Stoicism was a school of ancient philosophy which survived for several centuries, and is going through a major revival today.
* Massimo Pigliucci provides an essential guide to applying the wisdom of the Stoics to 21st-century life, making the sometimes difficult subject of ancient Greek and Roman philosophy accessible and relevant to the modern world.
* The book is based around several key quotes from the famous Stoic Epictetus, explaining their meaning in terms of everyday events and anecdotes from his own life.
* Discover how to accept those things that are beyond your control, learn from the example of others’ behavior, be it good or foolish, and build your emotional resilience.
* Whatever life throws at you, these ancient minds will help keep you focused on your goals while retaining your personal integrity.
* Success is good, but maintaining your peace of mind no matter what is an even greater treasure.
3:23 Part One: Dichotomy of Control
11:35 Part Two: Moral Ignorance
18:48 Part Three: Negative Visualization
HEAR THE FULL INTERVIEWS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE HERE:
The School of Life - "Why Stoicism Matters" www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc_6GDWl0s4.
Cultural Services French Embassy - "Better Living Through Stoicism" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-i-6nLIuxgg&t=349s.
"Eichmann Trial - Session No. 1" www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fv6xbeVozhU
"Finding Meaning in Difficult Times (Interview with Dr. Viktor Frankl)" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlC2OdnhIiQ
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Full Title: How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life
Year of Publication: 2017
Book Author: Massimo Pigliucci
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