Stoicism: A Beginners Guide To Happiness

Stoicism was designed to help live a better life, a happy life. It has stood the test of time by surviving over 2000 years and being as impactful now as it was when it was first created. It has provided guidance to leaders and solace to those suffering making it revered by presidents and prisoners of war. In this course you'll about those that created it, what makes this philosophy so practical and versatile and how it can help you make the most of your life in 5 easy to digest sessions.

Leçon 1: What Is Stoicism?

In this episode, I'll break down the core concepts of stoicism and how it is often misinterpreted. We will cover the Logos, the 4 virtues, and the 3 pillars that allow you to become one with your nature. We will end with uniting your behaviour and nature which the stoics believed leads to eudaemonia or happiness.

Leçon 2: How To Master The Universe?

In this episode, we learn about Zeno, the founder of stoicism. Zeno's story is a great example of how accepting our fate can lead us to great things. His story is one of tragedy turned to triumph and can inspire us all. You'll learn how to embrace your misfortune and make the most out of your time on earth.

Leçon 3: How To Have Enough?

This session covers the rollercoaster of a ride that was Senneca's life. This famous Spaniard was sentenced to death three times but also ran the entire Roman Empire. What can we learn from his volatile turn of events? That fate is a complex thing and we should be careful not to be too attached to its pleasures or its pains. Learn more here.

Leçon 4: How To Free Yourself

Epictetus has a life that is hard to imagine for us. The man is born into slavery and yet manages not to complain or let it restrict him. He shows us all just how much power over our lives we really have and the dangers of outsourcing our happiness to other things and people. He is truly an inspiration.

Leçon 5: Take Your Life And Live It Properly

Marcus Aurelius was known as "The Emperor Philosopher", despite leading the most powerful empire in history he is remembered more for his thoughts than his military campaigns. He is a true inspiration and his book "Meditations" provides an insight into his self-reflections. Through this book, we see how we need to constantly watch ourselves and our actions to ensure we can lead a purposeful and good life. In this episode, we learn how we can emulate the habits and thinking of a man that continues to inspire men today!

Reviews

Great information I really enjoyed how’s the story was told.

I learned a lot about stoicism in this course. This philosophy is clearly explained and easy to follow. I also found it encouraging. Thank you for spending time creating it!

Amazing course. I’ve always studied stoacism with interest but this course really inspired me and I’ll be learning stoic values and techniques from now on.

A good overview of Stoicism to entice one to dig in deeper.

Wonderful introduction to the concepts of Stoicism and the work of 4 key Stoic philosophers.

Excellent course! Love how much it resonates with Toaism.This is foundational Timeless Wisdom I believe everyone can benefit from.
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Amazing and so much history all in one place. I have tried to read Meditations and struggle with the words. This series truly helped me understand.

I thought this was an excellent intro to the major tenants and teachers of stoicism. Every day resulted in journaling, annoy holes, personal reflection and even some practical application. Well done! I’m looking forward to part two!

Really interesting and enjoyable. Thank you. Looking forward to part two. 🙏

Great course. I love the stories, examples and tools that you discuss. I will listen to it again to help me submerge it into my thinking and to apply it in my life.

Fantastic! This is reinforcing how I want to think, but didn’t know how…. Thank you Douglas 🙏

This awakening course made me reflect on many aspects of my ways of thinking & acting. I will return to it to dive deeper into those concepts. It's simple yet profound. Thank you! You’re a FIVE STAR ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️teacher!

This was an amazing intro to stoicism. Thank you so much!

Thank you for this wonderful course. The teachings on the four virtues you gave us were really inspiring for me. Looking forward for the second part of the course.

This course was so very valuable, getting acquainted with the Stoics. Thank you very much!

Amazing content. Fantastic delivery. Grateful to you 🙏🙏

I thoroughly enjoyed this class and the teachings and thoughts that were shared by Doug. It was very accessible and interesting and practical. I can see how I can start utilizing what I’ve learned in my daily life to help myself find happiness and joy and understand that it’s really up to me how I react to what happens around me and to always remember that life is short and I really make this life what I want it to be. Thank you, Doug.

Very thorough and concise but short intro to Stocism!

I learned a lot from this course and I look forward to part two. Recommended. Many thanks 🙏🏻💞

A wonderful foundation for Stoicism. I found much inspiration and listened to each episode at least twice! The narrators voice was lovely and easy to listen to. My only "issue" was that at times, the music was a touch loud and became a task to focus. That said, the music choice was good. Thank you💖