When
SaturdayApril 1
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Where
CONSERVATORIUM OF MUSIC CONCERT HALL
Corner Auckland and Laman St
Newcastle NSW 2300
ACCESSIBILITY
Tickets
$25.00+ Transaction fee
How to be Stoic in Chaotic Times: Brigid Delaney in conversation
Greek and Roman philosophers from the Stoic tradition believed the key to a good life was to stop chasing happiness and start cultivating contentment.
In her bestselling book Reasons Not to Worry, Brigid Delaney guides readers through the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. She’ll share how to apply its teachings to our lives in a way that allows us to regain a sense of agency and calm.
Hosted by Kate Mildenhall.
The Speakers
Brigid Delaney
Greek and Roman philosophers from the Stoic tradition believed the key to a good life was to stop chasing happiness and start cultivating contentment. In her bestselling book Reasons Not…
Kate Mildenhall
Greek and Roman philosophers from the Stoic tradition believed the key to a good life was to stop chasing happiness and start cultivating contentment. In her bestselling book Reasons Not…
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