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William B. Irvine

Embracing Stoicism for a Life of Tranquility and Purpose.

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Author: William B. Irvine

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

ISBN: 9780195374612

Language: English

Publish Date: 11/04/2008

Audiobook length: 31min

A Guide to the Good Life Audiobook by Chapters

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Chapter 1: One Philosophy Takes an Interest in Life

00:0018:34

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Chapter 2: Two The First Stoics

00:0022:22

Chapter 3: Three Roman Stoicism

00:0027:38

Chapter 4: Four Negative Visualization: What’s the Worst That Can Happen?

00:0032:18

Chapter 5: Five The Dichotomy of Control: On Becoming Invincible

00:0023:38

Chapter 6: Six Fatalism: Letting Go of the Past … and the Present

00:0012:27

Chapter 7: Seven Self-Denial: On Dealing with the Dark Side of Pleasure

00:0013:27

Chapter 8: Eight Meditation: Watching Ourselves Practice Stoicism

00:0009:25

Chapter 9: Nine Duty: On Loving Mankind

00:0009:42

Chapter 10: Ten Social Relations: On Dealing with Other People

00:0011:00

Chapter 11: Eleven Insults: On Putting Up with Put-Downs

00:0017:06

Chapter 12: Twelve Grief: On Vanquishing Tears with Reason

00:0008:40

Chapter 13: Thirteen Anger: On Overcoming Anti-Joy

00:0009:31

Chapter 14: Fourteen Personal Values: On Seeking Fame

00:0009:45

Chapter 15: Fifteen Personal Values: On Luxurious Living

00:0014:57

Chapter 16: Sixteen Exile: On Surviving a Change of Place

00:0006:32

Chapter 17: Seventeen Old Age: On Being Banished to a Nursing Home

00:0012:30

Chapter 18: Eighteen Dying: On a Good End to a Good Life

00:0007:17

Chapter 19: Nineteen On Becoming a Stoic: Start Now and Prepare to Be Mocked

00:0007:55

Chapter 20: Twenty The Decline of Stoicism

00:0027:35

Chapter 21: Twenty-One Stoicism Reconsidered

00:0039:19

Chapter 22: Twenty-Two Practicing Stoicism

00:0046:38

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Who should listen A Guide to the Good Life

"A Guide to the Good Life" by William B. Irvine is ideal for listeners seeking a deeper understanding of Stoic philosophy and its practical applications for modern living. Those interested in self-improvement, stress management, and cultivating resilience will find valuable insights in Irvine's approach to leading a fulfilling life. Additionally, individuals looking to enhance their emotional well-being and gain perspective on challenges will benefit from this engaging summary audiobook, which distills essential principles for achieving tranquility and purpose.

3 quotes from A Guide to the Good Life

"The goal of life is not to be happy but to be content, and the Stoics offer a method for achieving this contentment through acceptance and virtue."
"We should be more focused on living our lives in the moment rather than being consumed by the pursuit of external goals and desires."
"To enjoy life, we must learn to separate our happiness from our circumstances and cultivate an inner state that is resilient to the ups and downs of life."

Author : William B. Irvine

William B. Irvine is a professor of philosophy at Wright State University and the esteemed author of seven books, including the acclaimed work, *A Guide to the Good Life*. His writing has been featured in prominent publications such as the Huffington Post, Salon, Time, and the BBC. He resides in Dayton, Ohio.

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