A philosophy based on how you respond to the circumstances of your life.﻿﻿It's not what happens to you its how you respond to the situation .﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿4 Pillars of Stoicism• Wisdom﻿• Justice﻿• Courage ﻿• Moderation ﻿Philosophy is a way of life, don't just talk about being a good person, but BE A GOOD PERSON.﻿﻿ ﻿

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Being about your business means taking actions that align with your highest beliefs. Being clear about your values makes it easier to understand what is a priority in your life. Reflect on your values regularly.• Quiet moments of reflection are recommended - Meditation

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Someone is going to die today this is a fact of life that we face every waking moment, the fact that death has not chosen you today is something to be grateful for.Gratitude helps put into perspective the abundance you have in your life. <ul><li>Nothing lasts forever -Momento Mori</li><li>Focus on living a deeply fulfilling life </li><li>It's about the depth, not the length of your life that is important.</li></ul>

Death💀

Humans are thrill-seekers, the physical being wants to be fed with dopamine fillers, there is no need to feel guilty about that but too much of anything is not good for anyone.  As much as we want to feel good physically it is important to "feed the soul".Don't just chase the dopamine• Push yourself to the limit- explore yourself and your limits • The human experience is finite so go on and live it to the fullest by socializing, and exercising whatever gets you going besides the screens.

Desire🧞‍♂️

According to Marcus Aurelius, the antidote to anger is kindness.Yes, anger is a response but it is not the healthiest response to the situation.Whenever you're angry :• Take a moment(count to 10 if you must)• It's best not to react to the situation if you're angry• Remove yourself from the situation and come back when you're calm.• Cooler heads will prevail.• An angry reaction is not a sign of strength or power -its a loss of self-control.

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More than anything fear is a friend. Consider how fear is just your mind making you aware of the danger. This has been an attribute of human nature since the dawn of time.Think of fear as a caring friend that doesn't want to see you getting hurt

Fear😱

When you speaking consider these:• Honesty• Simplicity• RelevanceBe tactful when pointing out mistakes.• The goal should be  to uplift not to breakdown a person

Speaking wisely🙊

Whatever you Go through you Grow through Again it's how you respond to the painful experience.H.O.P.EHold On Pain EndsIt does not get easier in life but we become tougher through the rough.Develop your thick skin

Pain🤕

I'm not religious I'm spiritual. I enjoy whatever feeds the soul.

"This book is a wonderful introduction to one of history's greatest figures: Marcus Aurelius. His life and this book are a clear guide for those facing adversity, seeking tranquility and pursuing excellence." —Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and The Daily Stoic The life-changing principles of Stoicism taught through the story of its most famous proponent. Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius was the last famous Stoic philosopher of the ancient world. The Meditations, his personal journal, survives to this day as one of the most loved self-help and spiritual classics of all time. In How to Think Like a Roman Emperor, cognitive psychotherapist Donald Robertson weaves the life and philosophy of Marcus Aurelius together seamlessly to provide a compelling modern-day guide to the Stoic wisdom followed by countless individuals throughout the centuries as a path to achieving greater fulfillment and emotional resilience. How to Think Like a Roman Emperor takes readers on a transformative journey along with Marcus, following his progress from a young noble at the court of Hadrian—taken under the wing of some of the finest philosophers of his day—through to his reign as emperor of Rome at the height of its power. Robertson shows how Marcus used philosophical doctrines and therapeutic practices to build emotional resilience and endure tremendous adversity, and guides readers through applying the same methods to their own lives. Combining remarkable stories from Marcus’s life with insights from modern psychology and the enduring wisdom of his philosophy, How to Think Like a Roman Emperor puts a human face on Stoicism and offers a timeless and essential guide to handling the ethical and psychological challenges we face today.

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"This book is a wonderful introduction to one of history's greatest figures: Marcus Aurelius. His life and this book are a clear guide for those facing adversity, seeking tranquility and pursuing excellence." —Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and The Daily Stoic The life-changing principles of Stoicism taught through the story of its most famous proponent. Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius was the last famous Stoic philosopher of the ancient world. The Meditations, his personal journal, survives to this day as one of the most loved self-help and spiritual classics of all time. In How to Think Like a Roman Emperor, cognitive psychotherapist Donald Robertson weaves the life and philosophy of Marcus Aurelius together seamlessly to provide a compelling modern-day guide to the Stoic wisdom followed by countless individuals throughout the centuries as a path to achieving greater fulfillment and emotional resilience. How to Think Like a Roman Emperor takes readers on a transformative journey along with Marcus, following his progress from a young noble at the court of Hadrian—taken under the wing of some of the finest philosophers of his day—through to his reign as emperor of Rome at the height of its power. Robertson shows how Marcus used philosophical doctrines and therapeutic practices to build emotional resilience and endure tremendous adversity, and guides readers through applying the same methods to their own lives. Combining remarkable stories from Marcus’s life with insights from modern psychology and the enduring wisdom of his philosophy, How to Think Like a Roman Emperor puts a human face on Stoicism and offers a timeless and essential guide to handling the ethical and psychological challenges we face today.

Author of books on philosophy and psychotherapy, including Stoicism and the Art of Happiness, How to Think Like a Roman Emperor, and the graphic novel Verissimus. I'm a philosopher and psychotherapist with a special interest in Stoicism and CBT. I was born in Scotland, but now live in Canada and Greece. 

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