The Stoic Challenge - A Philosopher`s Guide to Becoming Tougher, Calmer, and More Resilient

Some people bounce back in response to setbacks; others break. We often think that these responses are hardwired but this is not the case. William B. Irvine combines key lessons from the ancient Stoics with modern psychological techniques to develop a simple strategy for dealing with life's unpleasant surprises. These include minor setbacks like being caught in a traffic jam or having a flight cancelled, as well as major setbacks, like those experienced by Stephen Hawking or Bethany Hamilton.

By using the updated Stoic strategy, life's setbacks can be transformed into opportunities to become calmer, tougher and more resilient. The Stoic Challenge is a practical guide to using centuries-old wisdom to help us better-cope with the stresses of modern living.

About the author

William B. Irvine is professor of philosophy at Wright State University. The author of seven books, including The Stoic Challenge and A Guide to the Good Life, he has also written for the Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, Salon, Time, and the BBC. He lives in Dayton, Ohio.

Product details

• Authors: William B Irvine, William B. Irvine, Irvine William B.
• Publisher: Norton
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.10.2019
• EAN: 9780393652499
• ISBN: 978-0-393-65249-9
• No. of pages: 192
• Dimensions: 150 mm x 211 mm x 19 mm
• Weight: 320 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Philosophy > General, dictionaries; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: general, reference works; History of Ideas, SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / Success, PSYCHOLOGY / General, PHILOSOPHY / History & Surveys / General, Philosophy, Psychology, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Careers / General, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Personal Success, Advice on careers & achieving success, Philosophical traditions and schools of thought, Advice on careers and achieving success