Navigate Life Wisely with William B. Irvine's 'A Guide to the Good Life' Audiobook

Immerse yourself in the world of ancient wisdom with the compelling audiobook "A Guide to the Good Life" by William B. Irvine. This audiobook transports you back to ancient Rome, where the principles of Stoic philosophy guided many in their quest for a fulfilled and meaningful life. Irvine draws from this rich source of knowledge and shows how its teachings remain strikingly relevant to our modern-day lives.
In "A Guide to the Good Life," Irvine presents a unique and engaging rendition of Stoicism, demonstrating how this time-tested philosophy can guide us toward a better, more gratifying life. Drawing on the psychological insights and practical techniques of the Stoics, Irvine provides a roadmap for those seeking to escape the chronic dissatisfaction that besets many of us today. He explores various Stoic techniques for achieving tranquility and reveals how to apply these techniques in our own lives.
Through personal anecdotes and experiences practicing Stoicism, Irvine offers invaluable first-hand advice for anyone aspiring to improve their life by walking in the footsteps of these ancient philosophers. Listeners will learn how to minimize worry, release the past, focus on what can be controlled, and effectively handle insults, grief, old age, and the alluring distractions of fame and fortune.
By echoing the words of Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, we learn the importance of valuing only that which is truly valuable, and how to foster contentment with what we have. Ultimately, "A Guide to the Good Life" encourages listeners to become thoughtful observers of their own lives, identifying sources of distress and finding ways to avoid future pain, in pursuit of a genuinely joyful life.
Embark on a journey of self-improvement and philosophical exploration with this captivating audiobook. Ideal for those interested in philosophy, self-improvement, or anyone seeking guidance towards a more satisfying, fulfilled life. Tune in to "A Guide to the Good Life" today and unlock the wisdom of the Stoics.
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0:01:36 - Introduction: A Plan for Living
0:22:49 - Chapter 01: Philosophy Takes an Interest in Life
0:41:58 - Chapter 02: The First Stoics
1:05:03 - Chapter 03: Roman Stoicism
1:32:45 - Chapter 04: Negative Visualization
2:05:02 - Chapter 05: The Dichotomy of Control
2:28:25 - Chapter 06: Fatalism
2:40:56 - Chapter 07: Self-Denial
2:54:09 - Chapter 08: Meditation
3:03:33 - Chapter 09: Duty
3:13:25 - Chapter 10: Social Relations
3:24:47 - Chapter 11: Insults
3:41:48 - Chapter 12: Grief
3:50:39 - Chapter 13: Anger
4:00:27 - Chapter 14: Personal Values
4:10:48 - Chapter 15: Personal Values
4:26:19 - Chapter 16: Exile
4:33:19 - Chapter 17: Old Age
4:46:17 - Chapter 18: Dying
4:53:48 - Chapter 19: On Becoming a Stoic
5:01:36 - Chapter 20: The Decline of Stoicism
5:28:49 - Chapter 21: Stoicism Reconsidered
6:07:22 - Chapter 22: Practicing Stoicism
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