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BOOK REVIEW: Stoicism’s Amor Fati: A Stoic Guide on Loving Your Misfortunes by Plurence June

Pages:  127 Ideal Reader:  Anyone looking to practice acceptance, build resilience, and have a peaceful mind, Students of Stoicism Ideal Issues:   Facing Adversity Managing Negative Emotions Building Resilience Developing Self-Control Summary: This book takes an in-depth look at Stoicism’s concept of Amor Fati or loving one’s fate.  The author explains that Amor Fati is to…
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BOOK REVIEW: How to be a Stoic by Massimo Pigliucci

Pages:  277 Ideal Reader: Everyone.  Especially those who are interested in Stoic philosophy in general or as a philosophy of life, anyone seeking peace of mind and tranquility throughout their life, and those who wish to better manage their emotions. Ideal Issues:   Managing Desires and negative emotions Interacting and relating to others Depression Anxiety Personal…
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BOOK REVIEW: A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy by William B. Irvine

Pages:  283 Ideal Reader: Everyone.  Especially those bothered by negative emotions, searching for peace of mind, are bullied or insulted frequently, or who are looking for a guided way to live their life. Ideal Issues:   Being insulted Depression Grief or Bereavement Anxiety Negative thinking Dealing with change and transitions in life Facing personal hardship Feeling…
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The Seven Principles that Make marriage work

BOOK REVIEW: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman & Nan Silver

Pages:  284 Ideal Reader:  Individuals and couples in any stage of a relationship including “single and looking” to “road test your relationship before making a permanent commitment,”  “committed and want to bolster and protect what you have,” partners facing drastic life changes and challenges, and couples whose relationship is in danger of ending. Issues Addressed:…
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The Finnish Way by Katja Pantzar

BOOK REVIEW: The Finnish Way by Katja Pantzar

Pages:  225 Ideal Reader:  Someone looking for a holistic practical approach to better mental health and overall well-being. Ideal Issues Addressed: Personal Growth Mild Anxiety & Depression Disconnecion from Nature Alternative coping strategies for mental health concerns to combine with therapy. Summary: This book provides a practical “guide” or suggestions to creating and having a…
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