The Stoic Handbook with Jon Brooks
Modern practical breakdowns of the best ideas in ancient Stoicism. New episodes are released every Monday.
Podcasting since 2020 • 141 episodes
The Stoic Handbook with Jon Brooks
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Psychedelics and Buddhism: Why Peak Experiences Aren't Enough (with Martijn Schirp)
Martijn Schirp and I have known each other for nearly a decade. He first reached out after reading a meditation article I posted on Reddit—a message that changed my life and eventually led to us co-founding HighExistence and running transformat...
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Make Your Time Count: Stoic Keys to Focus and Fulfillment
Do you experience overwhelming stress because you must handle numerous tasks while feeling like your time supply is insufficient? The episode presents ancient Stoic teachings that help listeners eliminate distractions to concentrate on essentia...
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What You'll Miss When It's Gone: A Stoic Gratitude Meditation (Premeditation of Adversity)
What if the secret to gratitude isn't positive thinking—but imagining loss?In this 12-minute guided meditation, I'll walk you through an ancient Stoic practice called praemeditatio malorum—the premeditation of adversity. Used by...
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Stoicism Decoded: Your Guide to Ancient Wisdom in Plain English
Tired of stumbling over Greek terms when exploring Stoic philosophy? This episode is your essential guide to understanding Stoicism's core concepts—without the academic confusion.Join Jon Brooks as he breaks down the key Stoic vocabulary...
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The 4 Stoic Virtues: Your Compass for a Meaningful Life
Ever feel like you're drifting through life without a clear moral compass? The ancient Stoics had an answer: four timeless virtues that can transform how you handle stress, make decisions, and find meaning.In this episode of Stoic Handbo...
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