“Letters from a Stoic” is a collection of 124 letters written by Seneca the Younger, a Roman Stoic philosopher, to Lucilius Junior, who was then the procurator of Sicily.
Reading List
Meditations
Philosophy, Stoicism
“Meditations” is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, reflecting his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy.
Hamlet’s Blackberry
Mindfulness, Wellbeing, Work
“Hamlet’s BlackBerry: A Practical Philosophy for Building a Good Life in the Digital Age,” written by William Powers, delves into the challenges and distractions of our constantly connected, digital world.
The God Delusion
Atheism, Philosophy, Religion
This book systematically addresses arguments for the existence of God, scrutinize the role of religion in morality, and its influence on society.
The Enchiridion
Philosophy, Stoicism
“The Enchiridion”, or “The Manual”, is a short text by Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher who lived in the 1st and 2nd centuries AD.
How Will You Measure Your Life?
Philosophy, Wellbeing, Work
This book challenges readers to deeply consider the kind of person they want to be and the legacy they wish to leave behind.
Freakonomics
Work
“Freakonomics” is not just about economics in the traditional sense; it’s about thinking more deeply and critically about the world around us.
God Is Not Great
Atheism, Philosophy, Religion
A critical examination of organized religion and its impact on society, advocating for a secular worldview relying on humanistic values instead of religious doctrine.
10% Happier
Mindfulness, Philosophy
“10% Happier” is a pragmatic guide for anyone looking to explore meditation without the mysticism often associated with it.
The Moral Landscape
Morality, Philosophy, Religion, Wellbeing
“The Moral Landscape” argues that by using science to navigate the moral landscape, we can better identify paths toward human flourishing and away from suffering.
