Manual of Reformed Stoicism

Table of contents
Introduction
Part one. Prime matters
Chapter 1 It’s all about narratives
Chapter 2 Get rid of useless narratives
Chapter 3 Things within and not within our power
Chapter 4 Focus on things within your power
Part two. Here and now or the principles of conduct
Chapter 5 Act deliberately
Chapter 6 Live the present day
Chapter 7 Focus on the present action
Chapter 8 Your lifetime will suffice
Chapter 9 Define proper alternatives
Part three. Do not be afraid!
Chapter 10 Anticipate mishap
Chapter 11 Don’t dwell on counterfactual scenarios
Chapter 12 Don’t desire acclaim
Chapter 13 Adversities are challenges
Chapter 14 Beware of treacherous constancy
Chapter 15 You are never alone
Part four. You in this playground
Chapter 16 There is no point in flouting the rules of a game
Chapter 17 There are other games to play
Part five. Others in this playground
Chapter 18 Be autonomous
Chapter 19 To each their own mistakes
Chapter 20 Don’t ascribe intent
Part six. All else matters
Chapter 21 Whatever the world is like – be a Stoic
Chapter 22 Follow good examples
Chapter 23 Practice regularly
Chapter 24 Be happy – it’s simple
Conclusions and discussions
Endnotes
Bibliography
Index