A Handbook for New Stoics: How to Thrive in a World Out of Your Control--52 Week-By-Week LessonsA pragmatic philosophy more popular than ever here are 52 ancient lessons to help you overcome adversity and find tranquility in the modern world Stress often comes from situations that are beyond our control such as preparing for a meeting, waiting for test results, or arguing with a loved one. But we can control our response to these everyday tensions through the wisdom and practice of Stoicism. Stoicism is an ancient pragmatic philosophy that