Epicurean Philosophy
Epicurus has one of the worst reputations in philosophy.
Ironically, he earned it by teaching moderation.
He didn't advocate luxury.
He believed that a simple meal shared with good friends could produce more happiness than a banquet filled with anxiety and competition.
Contentment is rarely found by adding more.
It is often discovered by needing less.
That lesson feels surprisingly modern.
The Epicurean Year explores one small practice like this every day.
Simplicity VS Excess
Epicureanism is not about excess or indulgence—it is about freedom from fear, clarity of thought, meaningful friendship, wise desire, and the quiet pursuit of lasting contentment.
Mortality and Gratitude
This is not a book about having more.
It is a book about needing less.
Modern applications at work and home
Epicureanism is not about excess or indulgence—it is about freedom from fear, clarity of thought, meaningful friendship, wise desire, and the quiet pursuit of lasting contentment.
Stoic Philosophy
We spend an astonishing amount of our lives arguing with reality.
It shouldn't have happened.
They shouldn't have said that.
Life should be fair.
Reality never loses those arguments.
The Stoics suggested a different approach.
Begin with what is.
Only then can you decide what to do next.
Acceptance isn't surrender.
It's the starting line for effective action.
Judgment and Perception
Long before modern psychology gave it a name, Stoic philosophers practiced a disciplined method for examining thoughts, questioning judgments, and reframing perspective.
Tranquility in everyday life
The reflections do not aim to reassure, inspire, or comfort. They are written to support attention, restraint, and examination — qualities central to Stoic practice but often softened in modern interpretations.
Control and responsibility
The same mental habits encouraged in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy trace back to these ancient practices. This book invites you into that original daily discipline of awareness and reflection.
About The Author
JW Weeks is a writer and publisher whose work focuses on clarity, judgement, and the discipline of thoughtful living.
The same mental habits encouraged in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy trace back to these ancient practices. These books invite you into that original daily discipline of awareness and reflection.
Weeks lives in Oklahoma with his wife Renée, and publishes reflective works through Crescent Moon Publishing. He is also a partner with Renée in their business development, marketing, and advertising agency Crescent Moon Agency.
He graduated with from The University of Oklahoma, where he was also member of Beta Theta Pi with a degree in Marketing and Advertising.
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