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Ryan Holiday
Ryan Holiday writes about ancient philosophy and its modern applications. His works, including "Ego Is the Enemy" and "Discipline Is Destiny," explore stoicism and self-mastery. He offers practical guidance for a good life.
The Daily Stoic 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living
The Daily Stoic 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living
- Pages
- 404
- Published
- 2016
- Language
- English
Synopsis
This book offers a daily guide to living a good life through the lens of Stoic philosophy. Each page presents a powerful quotation from ancient thinkers like Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, or Epictetus, accompanied by historical anecdotes and insightful commentary. Discover practical wisdom to navigate challenges, find serenity, and cultivate self-knowledge and resilience in your everyday life.
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Frequently asked questions
How is The Daily Stoic organized?
The book is a page-a-day devotional with 366 entries, one for each day of the year (including a leap day), organized thematically by month. Each entry pairs a quotation from a Stoic philosopher—chiefly Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus—with a short historical anecdote and commentary from the authors.
Who wrote The Daily Stoic?
Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman. Holiday is a media strategist and author of books such as The Obstacle Is the Way and Ego Is the Enemy; Hanselman is a literary agent and scholar who provided new translations of the source texts.