
Tusculanae Disputationes
The "Tusculanae Disputationes" is a work by the ancient Roman philosopher Cicero, written around 45 BCE. It's a series of dialogues exploring how to achieve inner peace and happiness by examining key philosophical questions like how to handle pain, grief, anger, and fear. Cicero discusses ideas from Stoicism, Epicureanism, and other schools, encouraging readers to reflect on how rational thinking and virtue can help overcome life's emotional challenges. The work aims to provide practical guidance for leading a calm, resilient, and morally grounded life through philosophical understanding.