Far removed from the flourishing world of ancient Greek and Roman philosophy, understanding and practising some of everyday life's four Stoic virtues can feel somewhat foreign to the average modern ...

Stoicism, an ancient Greek / Roman philosophy, has been around for a long time, dating back to 300 BC in Athens, Greece. It ...

Nancy Sherman is University Professor and a professor of philosophy at Georgetown University. She is the author of “Stoic Wisdom: Ancient Lessons for Modern Resilience.” Stoicism is an ancient Greek ...

If you’re unfamiliar with Stoicism, here’s what you need to know. Stoicism is a philosophy that teaches the development of self-control and fortitude as a means to overcome destructive emotions. The ...

In an era defined by rapid change and constant challenges, finding steady ground can seem daunting. Yet, timeless wisdom often provides the most reliable anchor. Stoicism, a philosophy originating in ...

Philosophers don’t tend to sell out worldwide speaking tours, but Ryan Holiday is hardly your typical philosopher. The U.S.-based author of 12 bestselling books—who recently wrapped up a tour of ...

Let’s face it—modern life can feel overwhelming. Deadlines. Bad news. Social media noise. Emotional roller coasters. We’re constantly trying to stay afloat in a world that seems to pull us in every ...

Starching the upper lip is back in vogue. Not that it ever went away. Stoicism has gone in and out of fashion since its foundations were laid by the Cypriot Zeno, sometime around 300BCE. What we ...

What have the Romans ever done for us? Well, obviously the roads—the roads go without saying. How about guidance for how to live in the 21st century? That seems less likely, but in fact the last few ...