Reseña del libro "Be Stoic, Be Happy: A Simple Guide to Living a Happier Life (en Inglés)"
Life can be hard, unjust and unfair but you can still be happy! Be Stoic, Be Happy has primarily been written for teenagers and young adults, trying to find their way in the world, although it is just as suitable for any reader looking for an introduction to Stoicism, or simply just seeking a way to be happier. Through a simple explanation of stoic thinking, this book will teach you that you are personally responsible for your own happiness. Stoicism provides a way of living a better life through adjusting your perception, controlling your emotions, and considering your actions. It is a guide to help you become more resilient in life, reduce anxiety, anger, and stress, and to improve your well-being. Stoicism doesn't concern itself with over complicated theories about the world. It is a practical philosophy that provides a set of principles to live by, including being kind, having discipline, only focusing on what you can control, only acting on what can be acted upon, and living life with appreciation and gratitude. The ideas and lessons on Stoicism in this book will help provide you a new perspective in difficult times and an actionable path to a life of happiness. Growing up in South Australia, the author, Adam, faced several challenges through his formative years. Surviving the Port Arthur Massacre, as a 22 year old, that saw 35 people killed and 23 wounded in a mass shooting event at a remote tourist town in the Australian state of Tasmania, was a life-defining moment. Feeling lucky to have survived that day, and realising how fleeting life could be, Adam was inspired to live life to the fullest. Through hard work, a good sense of humour, and a desire to simply live a good life, he went on to travel and work around the world; having amazing experiences, making great friends along the way, and is now happily married and living in beautiful Sydney. This is Adams' first book; after realising a strong belief in how Stoic ways of thinking really can underpin living a happier life. Be Stoic, Be Happy is a book he wishes someone else had written for him when he was a young man, and is dedicated to his two sons. Be Stoic, Be Happy will help you to start living a happier life today.
