The Stoic Toolkit

<p>Simply put Stoicism is a philosophy of choice.</p><p><em>The Stoic Toolkit</em> is a comprehensive guide to the modern world using the advice of ancient Stoic philosophers. It explores instances that may be described as Stoicism in both Judaism and Buddhism as well as detailing different methods used to keep oneself calm during troublesome situations. These include Cognitive Distancing Negative Visualisation and the Dichotomy of Control.</p><p><em>The Stoic Toolkit</em> is split into two main parts: Techniques and Traits and The Modern World. The former describes the methods aforementioned as well as the virtues described by ancient Stoic philosophers as being central to the philosophy whereas the latter details how one may integrate these teachings into their own lives.</p>