"this book is a wonderful introduction to one of history's greatest figures: Marcus br> Aurelius his life and this book are a clear guide for those facing adversity, seeking tranquillity and pursuing excellence." --Ryan holiday, bestselling author of and the life-changing principles of stoicism taught through the story of its most famous proponent. roman emperor Marcus br> Aurelius was the last famous stoic philosopher of the ancient world. , his personal journal, survives to this day as one of the most loved self-help and spiritual classics of all time. In , cognitive psychotherapist Donald Robertson weaves the life and philosophy of Marcus br> Aurelius together seamlessly to provide a compelling modern-day guide to the stoic wisdom followed by countless individuals throughout the centuries as a path to achieving greater fulfilment and emotional resilience. how to think like a Roman emperor takes readers on a transformative journey along with Marcus, following his progress from a young noble at the court of hadrian--taken under the wing of some of the finest philosophers of his day-throughh to his reign as emperor of Rome at the height of its power. Robertson shows how Marcus used philosophical doctrines and therapeutic practices to build emotional resilience and endure tremendous adversity, and guides readers through applying the same methods to their own lives. combining remarkable stories from Marcus's life with insights from modern psychology and the enduring wisdom of his philosophy, puts a human face on stoicism and offers a timeless and essential guide to handling the ethical and psychological challenges we face today. .

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