The Stoic Handbook by Jon Brooks
Jon Brooks
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Stoic author, philosopher and cognitive behavioural therapist, Donald Robertson, returns to discuss his brand new graphic novel, VERISSIMUS.
This is the most epic philosophical project that I am aware of to date.
If Ridley Scott's Gladiator had a baby with Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations, you’d get Verissimus.
As you’ll hear in this interview, this project was a massive undertaking, taking nearly 3 years to complete. Detailing the life, times, and philosophy of Marcus Aurelius, the book acts as a historically accurate, action-packed entry point into the Stoic landscape.
In this episode, we cover:
- The process of creating this book
- Why Donald decided to make a graphic novel
- Why many Romans actually opposed Marcus Aurelius
- Marcus’ mission to cultivate natural compassion towards all human beings, even his worst enemies
- The absurdity of Stoicism’s most popular criticism
- Stoicism’s deep influence on early Christianity
- The relationship between intuition and reason
- Jon's single favourite chapter on Stoicism
Links to Donald's Work:
Verissimus: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius, by Donald Robertson
How to Think Like a Roman Emperor, by Donald Robertson
Previous episodes
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43 - Donald Robertson Writes The World’s First Stoic Graphic NovelTue, 12 Jul 2022
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42 - The Path of the Spiritual WarriorFri, 01 Jul 2022
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41 - James Stockdale and the Power of Realistic OptimismFri, 24 Jun 2022
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40 - The Stoic Reframe to Deal with Loss of Any KindSat, 11 Jun 2022
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39 - Master Anxiety Using Stoicism: Interview with Jon BrooksThu, 19 May 2022
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38 - Hard Challenges Unlock Inner SuperpowersTue, 17 May 2022
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37 - Pain Is a Problem for the Body, Not The MindThu, 05 May 2022
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36 - Stoic Acceptance Contemplation to Reduce Anxiety Over an Uncertain FutureSat, 30 Apr 2022
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35 - How to Let Go of Things You LoveFri, 22 Apr 2022
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34 - Stoicism is Preparation For the Worst Day of Your LifeWed, 09 Mar 2022
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33 - Deep Dive: How to Gamify Stoic Philosophy To Overcome Fear and Develop Radical GratitudeThu, 17 Feb 2022
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32 - Epictetus on Foolish Bragging vs. Wise PrideSat, 12 Feb 2022
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31 - 11 Stoic Strategies to Conquer FearTue, 11 Jan 2022
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30 - The Art of Stoic ReadingSat, 01 Jan 2022
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29 - Donald Robertson on Derren Brown and the Stoic View of AnxietyThu, 16 Dec 2021
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28 - The Stoic Wake Up Call: A Guide to Ending ProcrastinationFri, 10 Dec 2021
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27 - Become Invincible to Insults: Stoic Sting Elimination TrainingThu, 02 Dec 2021
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26 - Stoic Radical Gratitude Premeditation of AdversityThu, 25 Nov 2021
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25 - The Stoic Framework for Navigating Aversion and DesireThu, 18 Nov 2021
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24 - Stoic "Object Deconstruction" to Reduce Cravings and AttachmentsThu, 11 Nov 2021
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23 - Stoic Resilience Training: Experience The Death Of SenecaTue, 02 Nov 2021
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22 - The Ultimate Stoic Goal Setting VisualizationWed, 20 Oct 2021
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21 - The Stoic Guide to Overcoming AnxietyFri, 10 Sep 2021
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20 - Learning Stoicism: A Systematic Approach to Stoic PraxisSat, 07 Aug 2021
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19 - The Stoic Handbook Podcast on SpotifyTue, 01 Jun 2021
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18 - Stoic Guide to Navigating Troubled and Toxic RelationshipsFri, 28 May 2021
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17 - Difference Between "Would" and "Could"Sat, 08 May 2021
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16 - 🥋 Stoicism is Martial Arts for the MindFri, 16 Apr 2021
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15 - Lesson: The World is a Neutral PlaceWed, 31 Mar 2021
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14 - 🎧 The Stoic Daily Mindful ReviewWed, 24 Mar 2021
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13 - 📚 Reading Books is a Bad Way to LearnWed, 17 Mar 2021
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12 - ✋Overcoming Pornography AddictionFri, 05 Mar 2021
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11 - 👨‍💻Work/Life Balance is an IllusionMon, 01 Mar 2021
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10 - 🕰 The Stoic Power Hour ExplainedWed, 24 Feb 2021
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9 - The "View From Above" Stoic MeditationFri, 06 Nov 2020
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8 - The Complete Stoic Evening ContemplationThu, 29 Oct 2020
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7 - The Complete Stoic Morning MeditationThu, 22 Oct 2020
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6 - Does Stoicism Cause Depression?Sat, 17 Oct 2020
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5 - Stoic End of the World MeditationThu, 08 Oct 2020
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4 - Lesson: Seneca On The Value of Past HardshipThu, 24 Sep 2020
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3 - Meditation: How To Mentally Rehearse PlansThu, 17 Sep 2020
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2 - Meditation: The Dichotomy of Control TrainingThu, 10 Sep 2020
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1 - Meditation: The Complete Stoic Death ContemplationThu, 03 Sep 2020
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