The Practicing Stoic: A 13-Week Online Discussion Series

The Practicing Stoic: A Philosophical User’s Manual by Ward Farnsworth
Join us as we explore the timeless wisdom of Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and other classical thinkers through discussion and reflection. In this 13-week online series, we’ll examine a different chapter of The Practicing Stoic each week, discuss selected excerpts, and explore practical ways to apply Stoic principles in daily life. Reading is optional; the book is available online or in local bookstores, and we will read some excerpts together in each session.

Dates & Chapters:

• April 10, 2026 – Week 1 – Judgment
• April 17, 2026 – Week 2 – Externals
• April 24, 2026 – Week 3 – Perspective
• May 1, 2026 – Week 4 – Death
• May 8, 2026 – Week 5 – Desire
• May 15, 2026 – Week 6 – Wealth and Pleasure
• May 22, 2026 – Week 7 – What Others Think
• May 29, 2026 – Week 8 – Valuation
• June 5, 2026 – Week 9 – Emotion
• June 12, 2026 – Week 10 – Adversity
• June 19, 2026 – Week 11 – Virtue
• June 26, 2026 – Week 12 – Learning
• July 3, 2026 – Week 13 – Stoicism and Its Critics

Each week, we’ll explore one chapter, discuss key ideas, reflect on quotes from the Stoics, and consider practical applications. This series is suitable for both newcomers and those familiar with Stoicism. Reading is optional; the book is available in all formats online or in your local bookstore.
Join us Fridays at 7:00–8:30 p.m. Eastern (EDT)
Here’s what that looks like around the world:
United States
Eastern (NY / Orlando) – 7:00–8:30 p.m. Friday
Central – 6:00–7:30 p.m. Friday
Mountain – 5:00–6:30 p.m. Friday
Arizona – 4:00–5:30 p.m. Friday
Pacific – 4:00–5:30 p.m. Friday
Alaska – 3:00–4:30 p.m. Friday
Hawaii – 1:00–2:30 p.m. Friday
South America
São Paulo – 8:00–9:30 p.m. Friday
Buenos Aires – 8:00–9:30 p.m. Friday
Europe & Africa
London – 12:00–1:30 a.m. Saturday
Dublin – 12:00–1:30 a.m. Saturday
Central Europe – 1:00–2:30 a.m. Saturday
South Africa – 1:00–2:30 a.m. Saturday
Middle East & Asia
Dubai – 3:00–4:30 a.m. Saturday
India – 4:30–6:00 a.m. Saturday
Singapore – 7:00–8:30 a.m. Saturday
Philippines – 7:00–8:30 a.m. Saturday
Japan – 8:00–9:30 a.m. Saturday
Australia
Brisbane – 9:00–10:30 a.m. Saturday
Sydney / Melbourne – 9:00–10:30 a.m. Saturday

We’d love to have you join us.