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How To Be A Stoic: Little-Known Tips On How To Cut Through Distractions And Desires To Become A Better Human Being
Do you want to learn how to navigate this chaotic life without wasting it?
Are you looking for effective ways to stop worrying about the past or future and focus more on the present?
Do you want to discover practical ways of how Stoicism can improve your life?
If your answer was yes, then keep reading because you’re about to find what you’re looking for.
The world we live in nowadays is so frantic and full of distractions.
You’re not the only one feeling anxious and unable to focus on your personal life due to this fast-paced society.
The good news is the right change of perspective can offer you clarity and help you achieve the mental balance you need to live an efficient and successful life.
Stoicism, as a philosophy, can help you achieve just that.
In 2019, a study published in The Behavior Therapist, vol. 42, no. 2, conducted by D. Robertson and T. Codd explored Stoicism’s similarities to modern psychotherapy.
The findings show that the founders of modern psychotherapy, A. Ellis and A. Beck, acknowledged the main principles of REBT (Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) were originally discovered and stated by the Stoics.
Stoicism, as well as modern psychotherapy, aims to help you learn effective strategies you can apply to your unique life situations to deal with difficult situations such as loss, depression, anxiety, helplessness.
Thankfully, this book holds essential knowledge to help you cope with difficult experiences, build emotional resilience, and achieve a happy meaningful life.
In this guide, you will discover:
How to apply stoic principles and retain composure during difficult times even if it’s losing people you love
Effective tips on dealing with insults, grief, old age, and other distracting temptations that hold you down from becoming the better person you want to be
Practical exercises to help you focus all your efforts on the things you can control without having a hard time letting go of your past
Why it's essential to develop an eye for the bigger picture in life and how you can stop feeling lost even if you see no light at the end of the tunnel
A fast and effective strategy to help you become a better human being that will instantly improve all your current relationships.
Simple mindfulness techniques you can implement to fully enjoy your present without becoming anxious about your past or future
How a few simple healthy practices and devotions can restore your mental balance (this is vital if you're paralyzed by worry right now)
1 essential truth you don't want to believe, but should - this could give you the tools and clarity you need to let yourself be happy
… and so much more!
Your level of happiness in life depends mostly on your mental perception of your experiences.
This is why learning healthy tips on how to cut through distractions and empty desires can help you become not only become a better human being, but also a happier one.
Are you looking for effective ways to stop worrying about the past or future and focus more on the present?
Do you want to discover practical ways of how Stoicism can improve your life?
If your answer was yes, then keep reading because you’re about to find what you’re looking for.
The world we live in nowadays is so frantic and full of distractions.
You’re not the only one feeling anxious and unable to focus on your personal life due to this fast-paced society.
The good news is the right change of perspective can offer you clarity and help you achieve the mental balance you need to live an efficient and successful life.
Stoicism, as a philosophy, can help you achieve just that.
In 2019, a study published in The Behavior Therapist, vol. 42, no. 2, conducted by D. Robertson and T. Codd explored Stoicism’s similarities to modern psychotherapy.
The findings show that the founders of modern psychotherapy, A. Ellis and A. Beck, acknowledged the main principles of REBT (Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) were originally discovered and stated by the Stoics.
Stoicism, as well as modern psychotherapy, aims to help you learn effective strategies you can apply to your unique life situations to deal with difficult situations such as loss, depression, anxiety, helplessness.
Thankfully, this book holds essential knowledge to help you cope with difficult experiences, build emotional resilience, and achieve a happy meaningful life.
In this guide, you will discover:
How to apply stoic principles and retain composure during difficult times even if it’s losing people you love
Effective tips on dealing with insults, grief, old age, and other distracting temptations that hold you down from becoming the better person you want to be
Practical exercises to help you focus all your efforts on the things you can control without having a hard time letting go of your past
Why it's essential to develop an eye for the bigger picture in life and how you can stop feeling lost even if you see no light at the end of the tunnel
A fast and effective strategy to help you become a better human being that will instantly improve all your current relationships.
Simple mindfulness techniques you can implement to fully enjoy your present without becoming anxious about your past or future
How a few simple healthy practices and devotions can restore your mental balance (this is vital if you're paralyzed by worry right now)
1 essential truth you don't want to believe, but should - this could give you the tools and clarity you need to let yourself be happy
… and so much more!
Your level of happiness in life depends mostly on your mental perception of your experiences.
This is why learning healthy tips on how to cut through distractions and empty desires can help you become not only become a better human being, but also a happier one.
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Published December 21, 2020
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April 28, 2025
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Overall, How To Be A Stoic is an okay book if you want a short introduction to Stoicism. What makes the book worse are the random examples and stories — they feel artificial and generic, almost like something a machine would generate, and don't resonate with me at all.
Even worse, in the Dictionary of Control, the author recommends starting a dropshipping business if you have no money. Dropshipping is a socially acceptable form of scamming and has nothing in common with Stoic values like honesty and duty. It shows that the recommendations and examples weren't thought through carefully.
If you can skip some examples, this book will still provide you with an overall understanding of Stoicism. It is written in very simple language, so it can be understood by anyone.
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Яшчэ два гады таму, я бы паставіў гэтай кнізе 4 зоркі з пяці, але цяпер мой чытацкі досвед дазваляе мне ацэньваць кнігі трошкі больш строга. Гэтую кнігу псуюць прыклады, якія адчуваюцца абсалютна рандомнымі, нібы іх напісаў Чат-ГПТ, хаця кніга яшчэ з эры да ШІ.
У адным прыкладзе аўтар расказвае як дрэнна займацца канс’юмерызмам, што поўнасцю супадае з прынцыпамі стаіцызму, але ў іншым рэкамендуе заняцца дропшыпінгам, каб зарабіць грошы. А як жа дрэнны канс’юмерызм, як жа служэнне грамадзе, як жа чэснасць?! Дропшыпінг — гэта форма махлярства, не вельмі ў стылі стаіцызму.
Не ведаю, ці магу рэкамендаваць гэтую кнігу. З аднаго боку, яна напісана ну вельмі простай ангельскай мовай, бясплатная, лёгка чытаецца. А з іншага, я не тое каб атрымаў шмат задавальнення ад чытання. Думаю, ёсць і лепшыя кнігі на гэту тэму.
Overall, How To Be A Stoic is an okay book if you want a short introduction to Stoicism. What makes the book worse are the random examples and stories — they feel artificial and generic, almost like something a machine would generate, and don't resonate with me at all.
Even worse, in the Dictionary of Control, the author recommends starting a dropshipping business if you have no money. Dropshipping is a socially acceptable form of scamming and has nothing in common with Stoic values like honesty and duty. It shows that the recommendations and examples weren't thought through carefully.
If you can skip some examples, this book will still provide you with an overall understanding of Stoicism. It is written in very simple language, so it can be understood by anyone.
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Яшчэ два гады таму, я бы паставіў гэтай кнізе 4 зоркі з пяці, але цяпер мой чытацкі досвед дазваляе мне ацэньваць кнігі трошкі больш строга. Гэтую кнігу псуюць прыклады, якія адчуваюцца абсалютна рандомнымі, нібы іх напісаў Чат-ГПТ, хаця кніга яшчэ з эры да ШІ.
У адным прыкладзе аўтар расказвае як дрэнна займацца канс’юмерызмам, што поўнасцю супадае з прынцыпамі стаіцызму, але ў іншым рэкамендуе заняцца дропшыпінгам, каб зарабіць грошы. А як жа дрэнны канс’юмерызм, як жа служэнне грамадзе, як жа чэснасць?! Дропшыпінг — гэта форма махлярства, не вельмі ў стылі стаіцызму.
Не ведаю, ці магу рэкамендаваць гэтую кнігу. З аднаго боку, яна напісана ну вельмі простай ангельскай мовай, бясплатная, лёгка чытаецца. А з іншага, я не тое каб атрымаў шмат задавальнення ад чытання. Думаю, ёсць і лепшыя кнігі на гэту тэму.
August 6, 2023
This was a good enough quick primer on Stoicism that answered some of my basic questions about it (is it a religion? Is it different from regular mindfulness/psych practices?) and give me a gist of what Stoicism prides itself in. Got some helpful tips around accepting criticism,valuing rationality, and not putting stock in the opinions of others. I don’t know if I have the discipline or temperament to go full Stoic with the negative visualizations and a certain level of voluntary hardship but it was helpful to read about😅
October 14, 2022
Too much unnecessary stories
November 12, 2022
A nice quick read that provides an overview on Stoicism
December 11, 2024
Book review of How To Be A Stoic by David Dillinger. 4 out of 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️.
How To Be A Stoic: Little-Known Tips On How To Cut Through Distractions And Desires To Become A Better Human Being by David Dillinger is a perfect fit for readers seeking a more balanced and fulfilling life, particularly those struggling with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed by modern society, or looking to cultivate emotional resilience and inner peace through the timeless wisdom of Stoicism.
First of all, this was a nice break from reading Anne Rice. I don’t dislike her as an author, but I just can’t get used to her writings. This book teaches you to recognize what you can control and what you can’t control. It focuses on a lot of the things I feel like this newest generation needs to survive in the world, as do we. This was a good read, perhaps mostly because it touched a lot on what I needed at the moment. These are good lessons to learn and easy reminders, but just because they’re easy doesn’t mean they’re easily obtained.
“For every challenge, remember the resources you have within you to cope with it.”
How To Be A Stoic: Little-Known Tips On How To Cut Through Distractions And Desires To Become A Better Human Being by David Dillinger is a perfect fit for readers seeking a more balanced and fulfilling life, particularly those struggling with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed by modern society, or looking to cultivate emotional resilience and inner peace through the timeless wisdom of Stoicism.
First of all, this was a nice break from reading Anne Rice. I don’t dislike her as an author, but I just can’t get used to her writings. This book teaches you to recognize what you can control and what you can’t control. It focuses on a lot of the things I feel like this newest generation needs to survive in the world, as do we. This was a good read, perhaps mostly because it touched a lot on what I needed at the moment. These are good lessons to learn and easy reminders, but just because they’re easy doesn’t mean they’re easily obtained.
“For every challenge, remember the resources you have within you to cope with it.”
October 8, 2025
2.5/5 ⭐️ (rounded up)
Interesting read and a few take home points about stoicism such as voluntary hardship and loving your fate is an concept I’ve not heard before but makes complete sense how you can reinterpret your past in a positive way. Negative visualisation is something I’m not too familiar with either so I’ll have a look into that as a technique too. Overall a fairly good introduction to some basic concepts and although it didn’t really read well in parts, it still felt worthwhile to finish.
Interesting read and a few take home points about stoicism such as voluntary hardship and loving your fate is an concept I’ve not heard before but makes complete sense how you can reinterpret your past in a positive way. Negative visualisation is something I’m not too familiar with either so I’ll have a look into that as a technique too. Overall a fairly good introduction to some basic concepts and although it didn’t really read well in parts, it still felt worthwhile to finish.
January 28, 2025
If the title hadn't promised 'little-known tips' I would've rated it 3 stars. I've read a few beginners books on stoicism and this tells you nothing, and I mean absolutely nothing, new or little-known. It just gives you a whole lot of superfluous examples. The writing style is extremely simple, which I think may be enjoyable if you're not used to reading or if you don't really like reading.
July 20, 2024
Overall a pretty okay book, I was looking for a quick refresher on stoic philosophy and this gave me the main takeaways and names. Cheesy at times with the writing. My favorite part is when they recommend you start a drop-shipping business.
April 28, 2021
Great book!
September 2, 2021
Enjoyed it
A good jumping off point. Gives a good start, and gives directions on where to go to dig deeper. Encouraging.
A good jumping off point. Gives a good start, and gives directions on where to go to dig deeper. Encouraging.
November 28, 2021
Interesting
I already do some of these things and will be adding more to make myself better. I also plan on reading more books on this.
I already do some of these things and will be adding more to make myself better. I also plan on reading more books on this.
April 19, 2022
A different way of dealing with life
Learning the tools of stoic to live life to the fullest without messing with one's Faith in God. One of the best books to learn about stoicism.
Learning the tools of stoic to live life to the fullest without messing with one's Faith in God. One of the best books to learn about stoicism.
July 16, 2023
Not bad for a free Apple book
February 23, 2024
Great intro to stoic philosophy
May 26, 2024
Fun and educational
This is a quick read and is full of great information. I definitely have a lot of work to do...
This is a quick read and is full of great information. I definitely have a lot of work to do...
October 24, 2024
Not bad for a free book on Apple. Made some helpful suggestions about being more mindful.
December 12, 2024
Great easy read recommended for everyone helps inner peace and will just create more positive energy internally and externally.
April 2, 2021
people who practice stoicism are mentally strongest person in life
July 17, 2021
Es un texto prescindible, aunque de utilidad para quienes desconocen las líneas generales del estoicismo. Pueden ahorrárselo no solo los conocedores, sino quienes quisieran aprovechar sus recursos para otras incursiones literarias.
February 24, 2025
3 stars
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