Imagine how different your life would be if you knew how to develop the resilience to deal with tough times, whilst effortlessly getting on the path to peace of mind. Stoicism is a timeless ancient philosophy which can teach you just that. Unlike many religious and new age thinking methods, Stoic teachings provide a clear road map on exactly "How" to think, not simply "What" to think. Thus giving its practitioners a way to better deal with the misfortunes and hardships they face. James Daugherty is an intelligence expert & former CIA Spy who specializes in all forms of human behavior. But there's one trait which is critical to a productive life, obtaining and retaining a pragmatic and stable mindset. A spy would be worthless without it. Daugherty is a huge proponent of the Stoic philosophies, as a result of being exposed to highly stressful and testing situations over the years. A Stoic mindset is not a luxury for a field agent, but a necessity. In this insightful and functional book, Daugherty gives readers a firsthand look into: What Stoicism is, and where this wisdom came from The trials and tribulations of Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus & Seneca Cultivating Virtues, human emotion and connection to mankind Dealing with modern day demands using "The Art of Acquiescence" Seneca's rules to eradicate stress - lessons from the Greeks Practical tips on problem solving, perseverance & pragmatism Daily Stoic Meditations and Affirmations ... and much more.
| Author: James Daugherty |
| Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
| Publication Date: Aug 02, 2017 |
| Number of Pages: 76 pages |
| Language: English |
| Binding: Paperback |
| ISBN-10: 1974145255 |
| ISBN-13: 9781974145256 |
