ONLINE: The Pursuit of Happiness, Guest Jeffrey Rosen

We are reading the book "The Pursuit of Happiness": one chapter each Friday. It's a fascinating look into the minds of the founders: what did they read and what were they thinking? The book has many references to Seneca, Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius and Cicero.

This Friday, the author, Jeffrey Rosen, will join us for a chat. He is the President of the U.S. Constitution Center. This will be a rare and interesting interview. We hope you can attend. Also, invite your friends who are interested in history and philosophy.

SCHEDULE

07-19-2024 Chap 1: Order
07-26-2024 Chap 2: Temperance
08-02-2024 Chap 3: Humility
08-09-2024 Chap 4: Industry
08-16-2024 Chap 5: Frugality
08-23-2024 Chap 6: Sincerity
08-30-2024 Chap 7: Resolution
09-06-2024 Chap 8: Moderation
09-13-2024 Chap 9: Tranquility
09-20-2024 Chap 10: Cleanliness
09-27-2024 Interview with Jeffrey Rosen
10-04-2024 Chap 11: Justice
10-11-2024 Chap 12: Silence
10-18-2024 Vacation (we'll skip the Friday meeting, next day is Stoicon)

READING MATERIALS

The following materials are optional; read in advance if you have time. StoicDan will collect highlights from each book in an outline to further the discussion.

Book on Amazon (various formats, Kindle is only $11)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1668002477

Time

Meeting time (USA):
7:00PM Eastern
6:00PM Central
5:00PM Mountain
4:00PM Pacific

For our international friends,
Please convert time with the free tool
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Zoom Info

CLICK TO START MEETING - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86559843870

If you don't have a computer with camera or mic, then you can attend by telephone. Dial one of these numbers and add meeting ID 865 5984 3870#

+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
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+1 301 715 8592 US

In general, Stoicism teaches us how to handle difficult people and events, how to avoid anger and worry, and overall to use moderation in all aspects of our lives. We will discuss how Stoic practice can lead to a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Our group enjoys open-minded, respectful conversations on Stoicism and how it relates to science, culture, philosophy, other belief systems, and pop culture (books and movies). If we differ in our opinions, then "we agree to disagree". The long-term goal is to improve our minds via group discussions. Our group does NOT discuss religion or politics.

This event is free and open to the public.