How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life, by Massimo Pigliucci

Category: Mindset

Ideas I found interesting (this one is classic and one of my favorites!):

Examine your impressions: do I have control over the situation?

Remind yourself of the impermanence of things

Reserve clause: always assume both good and bad things happen and events might not go the way we wish

How can I use virtue here and now?

Remember the resources within yourself to stay calm

Pause and take a deep breath – do not react impulsively

Speak little and well, let silence be your goal, no gossiping or judgement

Choose your company well, with people are better than you are

Respond to insults with humor

Don’t speak too much about yourself

Speak without judging Reflect on your day

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