Focus on What Matters: A Collection of Stoic Letters on Living Well (Premium Hardcover Edition)
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Why is it so hard to live well amidst the chaos and noise? While you might think this is a problem of the modern world, it's a timeless issue. 2000 years ago, the ancient Stoics talked about the exact same challenges we're facing today, like: How can we find inner peace? What does it take to be happy? Can we become more resilient? The answers can be found in the philosophy of Stoicism. I've used the philosophy since 2014 to change my life and career. Focus on What Matters is a collection of 70 letters/essays I wrote about different aspects of life, from happiness, wealth, health to relationships and much more. These letters, inspired by the original works of the Stoic philosopher Seneca, serve as reminders to focus on the right things in our chaotic lives. The goal of the original "Letters From A Stoic" by Seneca was to share Stoic ideas with his friend, Lucilius, who had hedonistic tendencies and lived a busy life. Focus on What Matters is inspired by those letters. It will show you.. Simple thought exercises to become resilient and focused How to live in the present moment every day Authentic Stoic values for a life of happiness A way to build more discipline In short, this book helps you to live well despite the challenges of daily life.
| Country Of Origin | India |
| Dimensions | 12.9 x 1.6 x 19.8 cm |
| Generic Name | Books |
| Importer | Penguin Random House India Pvt Ltd |
| Isbn 10 | 0143461842 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-0143461845 |
| Item Weight | 274 g |
| Language | English |
| Net Quantity | 274 Grams |
| Packer | Penguin Random House India Pvt Ltd |
| Print Length | 276 pages |
| Publication Date | 1 August 2023 |
| Publisher | India Penguin |
| Reading Age | Customer suggested age: 16 years and up |
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Excellent packing
Excellent book very knowledgeable
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Improves focus on important things in life
Very informative book, helped me become a better person
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ya its worth
good
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very nice book
Simple writing, easy to understand thank you. Very small chapters made the book easy to read.Simple and easy in one word.
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Very helpful
Must read
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Silently covery all topics.
Darius foroux express his experience in humble and simple way . This life changing book is silienty covering all topics of life (quality of big author)
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Focus on What Matters: A Stoic Guide with Some Misses
Darius Foroux's "Focus on What Matters" aims to introduce the ancient Stoic philosophy to modern readers seeking a more fulfilling life. While I found valuable nuggets of wisdom within its pages, I ultimately landed on a 3-star rating due to a few shortcomings.Strengths:Foroux's writing style is clear and engaging. He avoids overly academic language, making the book accessible to a broad audience.The Stoic principles themselves hold timeless value. The emphasis on controlling your reactions, practicing gratitude, and focusing on what you can control resonated with me.The book offers practical exercises and prompts to help readers apply Stoic principles in their daily lives.Weaknesses:Some sections felt repetitive. The core principles are reiterated throughout, which might be helpful for reinforcement but could bore readers seeking deeper exploration.The historical context of Stoicism could have been fleshed out more. While the book mentions key figures, a richer historical background would give readers a deeper understanding of the philosophy's evolution.The personal anecdotes, while relatable, often felt one-dimensional. Sharing more diverse experiences or showcasing how different individuals apply Stoicism could have broadened the book's appeal.Overall Impression:"Focus on What Matters" serves as a good introduction to Stoicism, particularly for those unfamiliar with the philosophy. The clear writing and practical exercises make it easy to digest. However, those seeking a more nuanced exploration of Stoicism or expecting profound insights might find it lacking. I recommend it with the caveat that it provides a starting point rather than an in-depth exploration.
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Fine
Wow what a book
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Really like this book
Perfect Book for focus and career oriented mind. Book comes with very basic idea which helps us for discipline, determination and perseverance.
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Great book if your looking to organize your thoughts in an effort to get more stuff done.
Excellent book from the standpoint of helping me to focus on priorities in my life, the information has helped me to prioritize things and take it one step at a time.
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Book
Very good I like it
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Go !
Condensé des principes clés du Stoïcisme, exemples concrets issus de l’auteur. Un livre simple et intuitif, qui invite à appliquer certains principes à sa propre vie.
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Loved this book.
Great book. A book that I will read many times whenever I need to get focus back in my life. A lot of wisdom in this book.I bought a second copy for my daughter as well.
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