IN-PERSON: Reason Not to Worry (Stoic Saturdays)

This is our IN-PERSON Stoic discussion and reading (no Zoom link available). We meet every 2 weeks on Saturdays. READING # Reasons Not to Worry: How to Be Stoic in Chaotic Times In this thoughtful and approachable book, journalist Brigid Delaney spends a year exploring how Stoic philosophy can be applied to modern life. Blending personal experience with humor and reflection, she turns to ancient thinkers like Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius to help answer some of life’s most persistent questions—how to find peace, handle uncertainty, and focus on what truly matters. Rather than presenting Stoicism as abstract theory, Delaney tests its ideas in real time. She compares her own tendencies—impatience, anxiety, and a fast-paced modern lifestyle—with the Stoic emphasis on reason, acceptance, and control. Through this process, she examines how ancient wisdom can be used to navigate everyday challenges, from stress and insecurity to grief and decision-making. The result is a practical and often humorous exploration of how to live more deliberately. By learning to let go of what cannot be controlled, reflect on what is important, and approach life with greater awareness, Delaney shows how Stoicism can help restore a sense of balance and perspective—even in uncertain or chaotic times. Book Club Format 1. Link to purchase the book: Amazon.com 2. Read the current chapter of the book before the next meeting 3. Write down your thoughts, questions, and concerns, or highlight certain sections of the book you would like to read aloud. 4. We will go around the room, and everyone will have a chance to discuss the chapter and ask questions. 5. Meaningful application and final discussion. Outlines will be provided. We recommend that you read the chapter before showing up. We will read the…