A former comedy writer who embraced stoic philosophy is thrust in a madcap mystery involving classical art theft. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Maria Semple about her new novel, "Go Gentle." ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. A statue of Marcus Aurelius at Brown University. Aurelius wrote one of the best books about stoicism. Stoicism books explain this ...

Today, leaders and aspiring leaders face unprecedented levels of upheaval. Navigating career turbulence requires a deeper understanding of the human operating system, so that you can show up at your ...

Let’s begin with a scene so familiar it barely registers anymore. A man attends a funeral and doesn’t cry. People nod approvingly, murmuring about how “composed” he is. A woman at the same funeral ...

Learn about six important insights on clear thinking, drawn from the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and classic Stoic ...

When most people hear the word “Stoic,” they picture a stiff upper lip: bottling up emotions, keeping silent about suffering, and pretending not to care. Psychology—and clients I see showing up in my ...