The Philosophy Prescription (Lessons from Big Thinkers for Every Stage of Life) - Jack Maden

It's not that we have a short time to live, but that we waste a lot of it. That was Seneca's assessment two millennia ago, and arguably it's not much different now. So what can the world’s greatest thinkers teach us about happiness, love, friendship, purpose, family, ageing and death? From the founder of Philosophy Break, The Philosophy Prescription explores timeless ideas for modern anxieties: What Confucius can teach us about our parents How Simone de Beauvoir defines true love Why friendships are like porcupines How Albert Camus can help with a midlife crisis What a Japanese sage can teach us about facing death with grace Warmly written and full of practical wisdom, this is philosophy for everyday life: a thoughtful invitation to join in the shared search for answers to life's big questions.