
The Stoic Handbook by Jon Brooks
Modern practical breakdowns of the best ideas in ancient Stoicism.
Podcasting since 2020 • 118 episodes
The Stoic Handbook by Jon Brooks
Latest Episodes
Stoicism Is a Practice—Not Just a Philosophy
Reading about Stoicism won’t change your life—practicing it will.In this conversation with Donald Robertson, one of the world's leading Stoic authors and cognitive-behavioral therapists, we explore a major misconception: Stoicism isn’t ...
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Socrates' "Mirror For The Mind" Will Transform Your Thinking
What if another person could act as a mirror for your mind? In this thought-provoking conversation with philosopher Donald Robertson we delve into Socrates' timeless insights on wisdom, self-awareness, and the art of questioning. Di...
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Socrates’ Two-Column Method Is The Best Self-Help Tool
In this lesson, I speak to Stoicism expert Donald Robertson about how to apply the Socratic method. Discover the timeless wisdom of Socrates and his groundbreaking two-column technique—a simple yet profound method for improving crit...
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Coping Flexibility: The Stoic Art of Picking Your Battles Wisely
How do you know when to speak up and when to stay silent? When to push forward and when to step back? In this conversation with Donald Robertson, we explore the concept of coping flexibility—the ability to adapt your response based on th...
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The Missing Piece of Stoicism: Why Kindness is Strength | Donald Robertson
Modern Stoicism often focuses on self-control and resilience, but what if we’ve overlooked its most important lesson? True Stoicism is about strength through compassion. Marcus Aurelius believed that anger is weakness and that true...
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