David Fideler – Breakfast with Seneca: A Stoic Guide to the Art of Living

Breakfast with Seneca: A Stoic Guide to the Art of Living by David Fideler is an engaging exploration of Stoic philosophy through the lens of one of its most influential figures, Seneca. Fideler brings the ancient wisdom of Seneca to life, providing practical insights and timeless advice on how to navigate modern life’s challenges. The book delves into key Stoic principles such as resilience, self-discipline, and the pursuit of virtue, offering readers guidance on how to cultivate a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Through accessible and relatable interpretations of Seneca’s teachings, Fideler shows how Stoicism can help individuals develop inner peace, strength, and a deeper understanding of the art of living. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to apply Stoic philosophy to their daily lives.

The first clear and faithful guide to the timeless, practical teachings of the Stoic philosopher Seneca.

Stoicism, the most influential philosophy of the Roman Empire, offers refreshingly modern ways to strengthen our inner character in the face of an unpredictable world. Widely recognized as the most talented and humane writer of the Stoic tradition, Seneca teaches us to live with freedom and purpose. His most enduring work, over a hundred “Letters from a Stoic” written to a close friend, explains how to handle adversity; overcome grief, anxiety, and anger; transform setbacks into opportunities for growth; and recognize the true nature of friendship.

In Breakfast with Seneca, philosopher David Fideler mines Seneca’s classic works in a series of focused chapters, clearly explaining Seneca’s ideas without oversimplifying them. Best enjoyed as a daily ritual, like an energizing cup of coffee, Seneca’s wisdom provides us with a steady stream of time-tested advice about the human condition – which, as it turns out, hasn’t changed much over the past 2,000 years.