How to Think Like a Roman Emperor

The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius

De: Donald J. Robertson

Narrado por: Donald J. Robertson

"This book is a wonderful introduction to one of history's greatest figures: Marcus Aurelius. His life and this book are a clear guide for those facing adversity, seeking tranquility and pursuing excellence." — Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and The Daily Stoic

The life-changing principles of Stoicism taught through the story of its most famous proponent.

Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius was the final famous Stoic philosopher of the ancient world. The Meditations, his personal journal, survives to this day as one of the most loved self-help and spiritual classics of all time. In How to Think Like a Roman Emperor, psychotherapist Donald Robertson weaves stories of Marcus’s life from the Roman histories together with explanations of Stoicism—its philosophy and its psychology—to enlighten today’s listeners. He discusses Stoic techniques for coping with everyday problems, from irrational fears and bad habits to anger, pain, and illness.

How to Think Like a Roman Emperor takes listeners 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—through 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 listeners 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, How to Think Like a Roman Emperor puts a human face on Stoicism and offers a timeless and essential guide to handling the ethical and psychological challenges we face today.

©2019 Donald Robertson (P)2019 Macmillan Audio

A necessary companion to 'Meditations'

The Introduction is unfortunately found at the end of the reading. However, the reading itself is passionate and persuasive. I will be purchasing the physical copy as well to help guide me down this path.

Great content... difficult to hear/understand

Very well written book but it is difficult to understand the reader. Sounds very quiet.

my favorite book of all timr

Donal Robertson really outdid himself with this one. Such a well articulated and curated source of stoic wisdom and philosophy

Amazing

Great book and audio. Hands down A must for all students of Stoicism. Regardless if this is your first or fifteenth book on the Stoics, you will find great appreciation for this book.

surprisingly good and useful

I've never heard of this book, so I was surprised how good it is. Definitely one of the most useful books I've read in a long time.

Wisdom knows no time

I highly recommend this excellent book! I use all the principles in this book every day of my life. The tools for living are very clearly described and can be implemented immediately by anyone seeking to improve their life.

In college, I studied all the great philosophers and I have read the scriptures of most religions. I always tired to live a life of honor in the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. And I was always very willing to share it with other people. I had incorporated what I have learned and put it to a life of public service.

About four years ago I faced death in a most direct and profound way. I survived when no one thought that I would. I was physically handicapped for life. I had to leave a very successful and lucrative position and retire well before I had planned. To say that I was devastated is an understatement.

Now time became my enemy and my best friend. For the first time in my life I had the time to ponder all these many things that I had learned and try to apply them to this most difficult situation. I am a veteran with PTSD so I know much about treatments and various methods for addressing that particular issue.

Needless to say, I use to read scores of books and my attention span is not what it use to be. My daughter got me Audible and your book is the first one that I listen to. This book makes so much perfect sense, that I am convinced that it will help so very many people.

In a very elegant way, this book distills the teachings of so very many philosophers. It is amazing how straightforward and clear it was presented. This book clearly shows that philosophy is for everyone.

I do believe also that it will inspire many to pick up ancient books and read them. For what was true and wise then is true and wise forever.

I am great-full for this most pleasant book. My mom taught me in life one simple thing...."Do the next right thing". Of course you need knowledge and wisdom to know what the next right thing is for so very many complex situations that we call life. I know that Philosophy is a way of life and it is mine.

I'm grateful this book found its way to me..

I resonated with this book greatly. it really made me take an in depth look at my life from the beginning to my current position and realize many things about myself. Thank you.

I Really enjoyed this!

I thought this was a great in-depth look at a famous stoic. I know I took away many observations and lessons from this story.

Great book, less on performance

The substance is great but the author narrates with some success. He voice changes frequently and doesn't separate new topics well enough. New topics roll into the next with it much pause.

Good, but could of been better

The story is great. Tons of great information. However, the readers accent is heavy enough that it makes it difficult to listen to and understand at times.