Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life
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Announcing: How to Do Stoic Therapy
Donald J. Robertson and Phil Yanov will host a Substack Live conversation titled “How to Do Stoic Therapy” on May 15, 2026 at 12 PM ET. The session, part of the “Conversations with Modern Stoicism” series, will explore how Stoic philosophy can be applied to emotions, values, habits and everyday challenges. It is aimed at anyone interested in Stoicism, psychotherapy, coaching or emotional resilience. The event is free, live‑streamed and will be recorded for later viewing.
When Reading About Stoicism Isn’t Enough
The post argues that reading about Stoicism is insufficient without practical application, and proposes one‑to‑one coaching as a bridge. Drawing on three decades of psychotherapy experience, the author blends ancient Stoic principles with modern CBT to help clients align daily...
Let Other People Witness Your Actions...
The post argues that when an action is morally right, you should not hide it, even if others might criticize. It contrasts this stance with the alternative of avoiding wrongdoing altogether. Quotations from Marcus Aurelius and his Meditations illustrate the...