02129cam a2200301 i 4500 382717217 TxAuBib 20190524120000.0 190221s2019||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 9783952506905 paper 3952506907 paper (OCoLC)1086612398 TxAuBib rda Salzgeber, Jonas. The little book of Stoicism : timeless wisdom to gain resilience, confidence, and calmness / Jonas Salzgeber. First edition. [Place of publication not identified] : [Publisher not identified], 2019. 275 pages ; 20 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier Includes bibliographical references (pages 272-273). The promise of Stoic philosophy -- A quick history lesson -- The Stoic happiness triangle -- The villain: negative emotions get in the way -- How to practice Stoicism -- Preparing practices -- Situational practices: how to deal with yourself when life gets tough? -- Situational practices: how to handle yourself when other people challenge you. Where can you find joy? Gain strength? How should we face our fears and struggles? How to deal with the death of a loved one? And what about those recurring 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 those 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 -- back cover. 20190524. Stoics. Self-actualization (Psychology.)