Stoicism is an old philosophy that is as relevant today as it was then. With all the stuff life offers, it is easy to get addicted and hard to practice self-control. Also, life is demanding and taxing, and there may not be much time for reflection. However, stoicism emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the scope of the power of a person and not being swept up by emotions.
Book recommendation
Newcomers to philosophy and stoicism should read The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday. It's a wonderful book meant to be read every day at the convenience of the reader. Each day of the year is assigned a passage from historical figures on different topics covering the themes of perception, action, and will. Aside from the mentioned passages, Holiday adds his own interpretation and breaks down the topics in easy-to-understand words for the average reader.
No comments:
Post a Comment