How to Be a Stoic. Book Summary

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Massimo Pigliucci

What’s inside

This book explores Stoic philosophy and how its principles can be applied to modern life, providing guidance on resilience, virtue, and happiness.

You’ll Learn

  • Improved emotional resilience
  • Enhanced decision-making through virtue ethics
  • Greater personal contentment and happiness
  • Tools for coping with life’s challenges

Key Points

  • Understanding the Basics of Stoicism
  • Applying Stoic Principles to Everyday Life
  • Building Resilience through Stoic Practices
  • Achieving Personal Growth with Stoicism
  • Handling Emotional Challenges Stoically
  • Finding Happiness by Living Virtuously

Who’s it For

  • Philosophy enthusiasts
  • Self-help readers
  • People interested in personal development
  • Those facing life challenges

About the author

Massimo Pigliucci is a professor of philosophy at the City College of New York, specializing in Stoicism and practical philosophy.