The principles of Stoicism that can change our lives, as taught by the story of its most famous representative. The Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius was the last renowned Stoic philosopher of the ancient world. His work, Meditations, his personal diary, has survived to this day and stands as one of the most beloved classic works of self-improvement and spirituality of all time.

In the book Marcus Aurelius: Think Like a Roman Emperor, cognitive psychotherapist Donald Robertson seamlessly weaves the life and philosophy of Marcus Aurelius to create a modern guide to Stoicism, which countless people have followed through the ages as a pathway to greater self-actualization and emotional resilience.

Robertson describes how Marcus Aurelius applied philosophical doctrines and therapeutic practices to develop emotional resilience and survive the intense adversities he faced, while guiding the reader to apply the same methods in their own life.

Combining wonderful stories from Marcus Aurelius's life with insights from modern psychology, as well as the timeless foundation of his philosophy, this book humanizes Stoicism and offers a timeless and profound guide for managing the moral and psychological challenges we face today.