{"product_id":"stoicism-western-buddhism-patrick-ussher-9780947874056","title":"Stoicism \u0026 Western Buddhism: A Reflection on Two Philosophical Ways of Life","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can Stoicism learn from Buddhism - and what can Buddhism learn from Stoicism?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book explores two ancient paths to peace, resilience and meaning, showing how they complement one another in powerful ways today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStoicism \u0026amp; Western Buddhism is a clear and accessible guide to living with presence, purpose and emotional steadiness. Rather than arguing for one tradition over the other, Patrick Ussher shows how Stoic self-mastery and Buddhist mindfulness can work together - helping us face stress, anxiety, illness, uncertainty and moral challenge with calm strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside you will discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- How both traditions teach resilience, compassion and clarity of mind\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Why Stoic discipline pairs naturally with Buddhist mindfulness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Practical ways to reduce emotional reactivity and rumination\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Insights on desire, acceptance, suffering and the nature of control\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Tools for building a calmer, kinder, more grounded inner life\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- A bridge between ancient practice and modern psychological needs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor readers of Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus and Seneca, and for anyone drawn to the work of modern interpreters like Massimo Pigliucci, Donald Robertson or Ryan Holiday - this book offers a unique perspective: Stoicism and Buddhism not in competition, but in conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo traditions. One aim: a life lived with clarity, calm, and awakened responsibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Patrick Ussher\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0947874054\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780947874056\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Bridgefoot Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/23\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 114\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.26lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.24d","brand":"Patrick Ussher","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47761479336191,"sku":"9780947874056","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_b6e1d388-af18-4cb5-a1c0-a2206da8d622.jpg?v=1765515128","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/stoicism-western-buddhism-patrick-ussher-9780947874056","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}