Life can be hard, unjust and unfair but you can still be happy!
Be Stoic, Be Happy has been written as a guide for anyone looking to be happier. Written primarily for teenagers and young adults, trying to find their way in the world, as well as more mature readers still on their learning journey.
Through a simple explanation of stoic thinking, this book will teach you that you are personally responsible for your own happiness. It is a simple guide to help you improve your well-being, become more resilient in life and to reduce anxiety, anger, and stress.
Stoicism 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.
The author himself faced several challenges through his formative years. The most significant and life changing event was surviving the Port Arthur Massacre, as a 22 year old, that saw 35 people killed and 23 wounded in a mass shooting event in a remote town in the Australian state of Tasmania. 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 realizing a strong belief in how Stoic ways of thinking really can underpin living a happier life and is dedicated to his two sons.
