How to Be Free
An Ancient Guide to the Stoic Life
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Shaun Grindell
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Born a slave, the Roman Stoic philosopher Epictetus (c. 55-135 AD) taught that mental freedom is supreme, since it can liberate one anywhere, even in a prison. In How to Be Free, A. A. Long - one of the world's leading authorities on Stoicism and a pioneer in its remarkable contemporary revival - provides a superb new edition of Epictetus's celebrated guide to the Stoic philosophy of life (the Encheiridion) along with a selection of related reflections in his Discourses.
Freedom, for Epictetus, is not a human right or a political prerogative but a psychological and ethical achievement, a gift that we alone can bestow on ourselves. We can all be free, but only if we learn to assign paramount value to what we can control (our motivations and reactions), treat what we cannot control with equanimity, and view our circumstances as opportunities to do well and be well, no matter what happens to us through misfortune or the actions of other people.
How to Be Free features splendid new translations and a compelling introduction that sets Epictetus in context and describes the importance of Stoic freedom today. The result is an unmatched introduction to this powerful method of managing emotions and handling life's situations, from the most ordinary to the most demanding.
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- Neil
- 08-09-23
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This audiobook is insightful and engaging. It is definitely needs a second and third read and as-needed referrals thereafter.
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- Alexandra
- 28-02-23
Fascinating!
Absolutely fascinating, clear understanding of how to manage the mind and expectations of well-being. The Greeks are genius’s!
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- Amazon Customer
- 15-04-23
Amazing
You will larn many useful things if you want to understand about freedom. Interesting
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- K
- 05-05-24
As relevant now as it was when it was written
A really nice translation / narration combo. Having read other versions of The Enchiridion I appreciate the author's choice of words in translating to provide a clear, concise message. The narrator also does a good job to keep you engaged.
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- The Accidental Journalist
- 03-05-23
Good and informative
Good informative and well presented Production with some great advice. Stoicism does seem somewhat counter intuitive to someone with has natural empathy but a good listen nonetheless.
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- Anonymous User
- 25-06-20
A very good translation of the handbook
If you want a good introduction to the stoic philosopher, then this book is one I highly recommend. Not to long and easy to understand.
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