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Stoicism: A Modern Guide

The essential books, thinkers, podcasts, and practices of Stoic philosophy — from ancient Rome to Silicon Valley.

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Contents

  • note The dichotomy of control: focus only on what you can infl...
  • note Memento mori — remember you will die. Use time wisely. Th...
  • book Letters from a Stoic

    Seneca's letters to his friend Lucilius. Practical philosophy disguised as correspondence. Each lett

  • book How to Be a Stoic

    Pigliucci bridges ancient philosophy and modern cognitive science. Shows how Stoic practices align w

  • film Gladiator

    Ridley Scott's epic features Marcus Aurelius as a character. The film's themes of duty, honor, and a

  • podcast Philosophize This!

    Stephen West explains complex philosophy in plain language. His Stoicism episodes are some of the be

  • link r/Stoicism — Reddit community

    One of Reddit's most thoughtful communities. 700k+ members discussing daily practice, book recommend

  • book A Guide to the Good Life

    William Irvine's practical handbook. Focuses on 'negative visualization' — imagining loss to appreci

  • book Meditations

    The private journal of a Roman emperor. Not written for publication — raw, honest self-talk about du

  • book The Obstacle Is the Way

    Ryan Holiday made Stoicism accessible to a modern audience. The core idea: every obstacle contains a

  • book Discourses

    Epictetus was a former slave who became one of history's greatest teachers. His core lesson: you can

  • podcast The Daily Stoic Podcast

    Short daily episodes (5-10 min) applying Stoic principles to modern life. Perfect for morning routin

  • article Stoicism's Digital Renaissance

    Documents the 400% growth of Stoicism content online. Explores why tech culture and entrepreneurs gr

  • film The Shawshank Redemption

    Andy Dufresne embodies Stoic resilience: maintaining inner freedom despite external imprisonment. 'G

Connections

  • same school
  • modern interpretation
  • teacher-student
  • depicts
  • by same author
  • embodies resilience