Substacks recommended by Donald J. Robertson | Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life

Recommended by Donald J. Robertson

What then?

By Sam Alaimo

Original essays on Stoicism, anthropology, war, and dogs | Columbia University | Former Navy SEAL

Former Navy SEAL, Sam Alaimo, applying Stoic principles to his life.

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The Stoic Gym

By Dr. Chuck Chakrapani

A gentle guide to a life that flows smoothly.

The magazine for Stoicism, edited by Chuck Chakrapani, is now available via email from Substack.

- Donald J. Robertson

Classical KIDS

By Classical Wisdom

Classical KIDS is dedicated to bringing Ancient Wisdom for Future Minds. Subscribe to our Free weekly newsletter and receive a printable Ancient Recipes for Kids! Yummy ancient dishes kids can make :-)

You want someone to teach kids about philosophy and classics? Anya is doing a great job already!

- Donald J. Robertson

Figs in Winter: a Community of Reason

By Massimo Pigliucci

By Massimo Pigliucci, a scientist, philosopher, and Professor at the City College of New York. Exploring and practicing Stoicism & other philosophies of life.

Massimo is one of my favourite writers on philosophy as a way of life, including Stoicism.

- Donald J. Robertson

Perennial Meditations

By J.W. Bertolotti

Tools for the Art of Living

Podcaster Joshua Bertolotti giving his insights about Stoicism and perennial wisdom.

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What Is Stoicism? 🌷

By Allan John (What Is Stoicism?)

Philosophy to help you (and me): learn from the past, plan for the future, and live in the present.

Allan is doing some great work promoting Stoicism to a wider audience, check out his newsletter.

- Donald J. Robertson

Sam Harris

Sam Harris is the author of five NYT bestsellers, host of the Making Sense podcast, and creator of the Waking Up app.

The Space of Reason

By Paul Blaschko

Thinking philosophically about work and everyday life.

Paul Blaschko's newsletter about philosophy and the good life.

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Classical Wisdom

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Minds. Each week we discuss philosophy, history, literature, and mythology to unlock the wisdom from the Classical world. Subscribe to our FREE newsletter and receive our Ebook, "How to be Happy" a Guide to Ethical Philosophy.

Anya's Classical Wisdom is my favourite newsletter of all time – it's full of amazing content from a wide array of authors and other experts.

- Donald J. Robertson

Success On Earth

By Tom Butler-Bowdon

Philosophy and Theory of Success. I go beyond motivational clichés to highlight the ideas, people, and books that tell us something real about success.

Tom's the author of the 50 Classics series, and has some great wisdom to share about self-improvement based on all his research into the literature over the years.

- Donald J. Robertson

Civic Renaissance with Alexandra Hudson

A newsletter and intellectual community passionate about infusing beauty, goodness and truth into our public discourse. Join & get a FREE e book: How To Survive- and Thrive- During Our Divided Times Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Relationships)

Lexi's beautifully-written newsletter is full of classical wisdom, and always a pleasure to read.

- Donald J. Robertson

The Stoic Handbook by Jon Brooks

Jon Brooks' modern weekly guide to the best ideas in ancient Stoicism.

Jon is a great source of information, and his content has helped many people get turned on to modern Stoicism.

- Donald J. Robertson

Less Foolish

By Peter Limberg

The Intellectual Investor

By Vitaliy Katsenelson

Value Investing, Life/Philosophy and Classical Music Explained

Vitaliy has written about Soul in the Game: The Art of a Meaningful Life; follow his newsletter The Intellectual Investor for his thoughts on philosophy and self-improvement.

- Donald J. Robertson