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Jules Evans is a British writer and philosopher known for his work on practical philosophy and the history of ideas. He is a research fellow at the Centre for the History of Emotions at Queen Mary University of London and has written extensively on how ancient wisdom can inform contemporary life.
Known for: Philosophy for Life and Other Dangerous Situations: Ancient Philosophy for Modern Problems
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Philosophy for Life and Other Dangerous Situations: Ancient Philosophy for Modern Problems
This book explores how ancient philosophical schools such as Stoicism, Epicureanism, and Skepticism can help people navigate modern challenges. Jules Evans combines historical insight with practical exercises, showing how philosophy can serve as a guide to living a more meaningful and resilient life.
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The Revival of Philosophy
For most of its early history, philosophy was therapy. In the markets of Athens and the gardens of Epicurus, it was a way of training the soul to live well. Somewhere along the centuries, we turned philosophy into a spectator sport, detached from life. When I discovered this older tradition, it felt...
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Stoicism and Emotional Resilience
Stoicism, for me, became the anchor when my emotions threatened to drown me. The Stoics taught that while we cannot control events, we can control our responses. The core insight: between what happens and how we interpret it lies our freedom. Epictetus, a former slave turned philosopher, framed this...
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Jules Evans is a British writer and philosopher known for his work on practical philosophy and the history of ideas. He is a research fellow at the Centre for the History of Emotions at Queen Mary University of London and has written extensively on how ancient wisdom can inform contemporary life.
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