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The daily stoic

Ryan Holiday

PhilosophyProductivity & Habits
Featured in: Stoicism reading guide
Publish date
2016
Publisher
Penguin
Description
The Daily Stoic presents 366 daily reflections based on the teachings of ancient Stoic philosophers, including Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus. The book is organized into three core disciplines: perception, action, and will. Each entry features a translated classical quote accompanied by commentary discussing its application to everyday life.
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  1. Discourses and Selected Writings

    Epictetus

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    Essential source text providing actionable Stoic lessons on control and perception.

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  2. Letters from a Stoic

    Seneca

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    Primary source for daily entries on practical philosophy, ethics, and dealing with adversity.

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  3. Enchiridion

    Epictetus

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    Frequently referenced handbook containing core Stoic maxims for daily conduct.

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  4. Man's Search for Meaning

    Viktor E. Frankl

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    Cited to demonstrate Stoic principles of internal freedom applied in modern extreme hardship.

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  5. Meditations

    Marcus Aurelius

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    Core source material heavily quoted throughout the daily devotionals for personal reflection.

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  6. On the Shortness of Life

    Seneca

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    Cited extensively regarding time management, focus, and living a meaningful life.

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  7. Lives of the Eminent Philosophers

    Diogenes Laertius

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    Biographical reference used to illustrate the lives and habits of ancient Stoics.

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  8. Essays

    Michel de Montaigne

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    Referenced as a classic example of Renaissance self-examination influenced by Stoic thought.

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  9. Journal

    Eugene Delacroix

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    Quoted as an example of daily discipline and self-reflective philosophical journaling.

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  10. Memoirs

    Ulysses S. Grant

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    Referenced to exemplify Stoic composure, resilience, and poise under immense pressure.

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  11. De Natura Deorum

    Cicero

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    Referenced as a key historical source for early Hellenistic philosophical arguments.

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  12. The Moral Sayings of Publius Syrus

    Publilius Syrus

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    Cited for maxims that align closely with Stoic views on character and fate.

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