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Patrick King

10-Minute Philosophy: From Buddhism to Stoicism, Confucius and Aristotle – Bite-Sized Wisdom From Some of History’s Greatest Thinkers

Classic ideas and ancient concepts broken down for the modern age. A non-academic approach to better living and greater happiness.


Philosophy doesn’t have to be pointless and boring. If we can cut through the difficult language and roundabout reasoning, we’ll find a treasure trove of knowledge and enlightenment. But don’t worry, this is no textbook.


Feeling lost or looking for more? Let's borrow from thousands of years of answers.


10-Minute Philosophy is your quick introduction to philosophy — 6 of the most influential philosophies in history, to be exact. You’ll get a taste of the complexities, but walk away with real, practical advice to improve your life. Philosophy doesn’t need to be an ambiguous thought exercise; this book seeks to make it educational and useful. This is a mumbo-jumbo free zone.
We’ll get straight to the point so you can get back to living your life.
Patrick King is an internationally bestselling author and entrepreneur. His writing draws of a variety of sources, from scientific research, academic experience, coaching, and real life experience.


Understand different philosophies; educate yourself; find a path to what you want.


•Buddhism’s solution for unhappiness, longing, and desire.
Why we should care about Descartes, demons, and dreams.
•Aristotle’s pursuit of the ancient Greek concept of eudaemonia.
How to live in accordance with the Tao and find wu wei.
•Marcus Aurelius and how to turn the obstacle upside down.
The massive cultural influence of Confucianism and what to do about it.
107 printed pages
Original publication
2019
Publication year
2019
Publisher
PublishDrive
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Quotes

  • b3150771477has quoted6 months ago
    your unhappiness stems from your desires and unwillingness to accept other outcomes
  • b3150771477has quoted6 months ago
    Epictetus’s Enchiridion? “Make the best use of what is in your power, and take the rest as it happens. Some things are up to us and some things are not up to us.”
  • b3150771477has quoted6 months ago
    Stoicism might be the first philosophy to preach the maxim of “no pain, no gain.”

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