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The Art of Enough
The Ancient Epicurean Philosophy of Finding – and Keeping – Happiness
Book • 2027
Jonny Thomson's The Art of Enough revisits ancient Epicurean ideas to offer a modern philosophy of contentment and practical wellbeing.
The book explains how modest pleasures, friendship, and sensible judgment form the basis of a flourishing life, arguing against relentless striving for status or excess.
Thomson combines historical exposition with contemporary examples and exercises to make Epicureanism applicable to everyday decisions.
He emphasizes the role of community, deliberation (logismos), and hedonic calculation in shaping a satisfying life.
The book aims to provide readers with tools to reduce anxiety and cultivate lasting pleasures rather than transient highs.
The book explains how modest pleasures, friendship, and sensible judgment form the basis of a flourishing life, arguing against relentless striving for status or excess.
Thomson combines historical exposition with contemporary examples and exercises to make Epicureanism applicable to everyday decisions.
He emphasizes the role of community, deliberation (logismos), and hedonic calculation in shaping a satisfying life.
The book aims to provide readers with tools to reduce anxiety and cultivate lasting pleasures rather than transient highs.
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#154 Happiness: Epicurus' Ancient Guide - Jonny Thomson
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Episode 156, 'Epicurus – Worst Philosopher Ever?' with Jonny Thomson
