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"How long are you going to wait before you demand the best for yourself?" - Epictetus, Stoic philosopherWhere can you find joy? Gain strength? How should we face our fears? Deal with the death of a loved one? And what about those reoccurring depressing thoughts?While traditional schooling doesn't address such questions, it's exactly what ancient schools of philosophy were all about: They taught you how to live. Even though these schools don't exist anymore, you and I and most people are in as much need of a philosophy that guides us through life as we ever were.This compelling, highly actionable guide shows you how to deal more effectively with whatever life throws at you and live up to your best self.A mix of timeless wisdom and empowering advice, The Little Book of Stoicism will point the way to anyone seeking a calm and wise life in a chaotic world. Review: Stoicism simplified! - He has covered many aspects of stoicism and has beautifully broken down to the very essence of the philosophy. Although, itโs easier to read than to implement, but having the idea at the back of your mind helps you improve gradually. Philosopher warrior is the ultimate aim. Review: Good book - Nicely explained for beginners like me
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V**A
Stoicism simplified!
He has covered many aspects of stoicism and has beautifully broken down to the very essence of the philosophy. Although, itโs easier to read than to implement, but having the idea at the back of your mind helps you improve gradually. Philosopher warrior is the ultimate aim.
V**A
Good book
Nicely explained for beginners like me
R**A
Nice Read
Being someone who had no idea of stoicism it was a good read .Stoic principles have been explained beautifully and in easy language.
C**E
Be a really good human :)
This is my first book about Stoic, and it was really little, easy to read and understand. What I learned from the book is that there were truly amazing people like Seneca and Epictetus in old times who upheld the truth and lived honorably for a lifetime. Stoicism to me felt like a western version of bodhisattva's way of life. It teaches you how to think and live a fruitful life in destructive environments. If you're facing a conflict of interest or moral doubts about things happening in your surrounding, then read this book and practice. Don't give up or sell yourself to our sleep-deprived society, live a truly good human life. Be good, like really good person. You can.
K**R
Great Book
Best book for entering into the world of Stoicism. It's written in simple words so that everyone can understand all the ideas of stoicism.
A**R
Great introduction to stoicism
Great little book with clarity.
R**T
nicely written
Nicely written and after doing hard work and research. Will help you in understanding yourself and your goals. A product of hard work.
O**7
The Little 'Big' book of Stoicism.
A good introduction to ancient Stoic philosophy, that is as relevant today, as it was two millennia ago. Everyone, both young and old, searching for a 'Philosophy of Life' should read and re-read this book. The author Jonas, is young, and that fact is a plus point. Stoicism, is not just for old retired folk. Young people will benefit the most by practicing Stoicism, as they can utilise the benefits through the rest of their lives. There is a useful bibliography at the end, for those wanting to delve deeper into Stoic philosophy.
M**E
Highly Recommend
Fantastic. I re-read this often, and try to incorporate a section each day. It'll help re-shape your perspective and remind of whats in important in life. A great little book.
N**A
My first book
I used to anger and loose patience a lot in the day and then i discover stoicism, so iโve decided to buy a book (I never read a book out of my own) and I really loved it. More than that it bring me more confidence and calmness, And now I whant to read more. I thank Jonas in the first place, but also all the ancient phylosophers. (Im not nationally english, and Im improving, this book as given an hand) thanks again.
W**M
Strongly recommend nowadays
Great book !
T**E
Life Changing (No hyperbole)
This book showed me a new way, things that I didn't think possible suddenly became quite easily achievable for me in an astonishingly short space of time after reading this book. For a decade I have been hooked to weed, 'how do I quit this when all of my friends do it?!', but this book showed me the way, I found the inner clarity to simply stop. For years I've had a terrible habit of picking a scab out of my nostril (sorry to be gross), I didn't think I would ever stop, the habit was hard wired, but upon reading this book I just... stopped. I had a total addiction to scratching what had once (long ago) been a rash, this was a part of me, I thought I would never stop, but guess what? I stopped. I used to get angry at the most ridiculous things, I would slip while cutting a carrot: rage!, I would drop my guitar pick: "What a clumsy ****!", I would forget to buy a bottle of milk: "what a ****!!". I have almost entirely cut these pointless habits out - this book has been illuminating like the Sun. Really it isn't the book itself of course, it is the contents, the teachings of Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus bundled up into a beautifully readable piece that I still dip into often. I read Meditations before bed and I reflect on what happened and what I can learn. I am amazed and thrilled that I read this book. It won't work for everyone, but for me the power is intense. I have control, I do not need to be perturbed by external forces, my responses are within my control, my needs are now based on virtue and reason. Do I slip up sometimes? Of course! Even now I'm writing about myself which is sort of anti-Stoic, the stoic doesn't need to explain, only to embody their philosophy. But perhaps someone will read this and get the book and undergo their own revolution, I hope it changes you the way it changed me.
O**N
Life-changing book
This was my first book about Stoicism, and I absolutely loved it! What I liked the most was the modern approach, which made it easy to read for non-native speakers. The author's writing style is gorgeous, with no unnecessary fluff. I appreciated the inclusion of the history of Stoicism and the useful practices without relying on "mind tricks". The book is also easy to navigate, thanks to its good structure. Thank you so much, Herr Salzgeber, for your work. I believe this book is a valuable contribution to the popularization of Stoicism. PS. bonus content is also great, I appreciate it
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