Stoicism is the time-honored art of navigating life’s ups and downs with moral strength and serenity. Every bit as relevant today as when it was founded in ancient Greece, the Stoic mindset can help you stay calm and balanced no matter what life throws your way. Stoicism For Dummies introduces you to the original ideas of the ancient Stoics and shows how you can adapt them to improve your life in the present. Written in terms anyone can understand, this book offers a simple, practical way of being your best self while dealing with challenges and setbacks. Inside… -How Stoicism got started -Contemporary Stoic thinkers -Stoicism in everyday life -Staying sane in times of crisis -Growing in inner strength and gratitude -Pros and cons of Stoic thought -Letting go of negativity