Way Beyond Happiness

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Buddhism, Stoicism, and Psychotherapy

Sandra Woien

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17 June 2026

Western philosophy: Ancient, to c 500; Buddhism; Psychology: emotions; Self-help & personal development; Popular psychology

As well as explaining the origins of Buddhism, Stoicism, and psychotherapy, Way Beyond Happiness gives us contrasting perspectives, from a diverse team of writers, on some of the controversial issues that arise.

Can therapy or religion overcome the ""meaning crisis"" of modern life?

Would a perfectly wise person be immune to grief?

What's the downside of optimism about future outcomes?

Do Stoicism or Buddhism encourage a cold, unfeeling absence of emotion?

Are psychedelic drugs effective aids to spiritual awareness?

What are the vital disagreements between Buddhism and Stoicism?

In an age of furious digital agitation, vacuous hype, and angry controversies over rapidly changing ideological quarrels, two ancient philosophies of calm, reason, self-control, and moderation have each made spectacular comebacks.

Buddhism and Stoicism are everywhere in popular discussions of success and peace of mind, from sports to business, from workplace conflicts to relationship counseling-in bestselling books, viral podcasts, and booming wellness retreats.

Even more remarkable, the dominant fashion in psychotherapy, the cognitive-behavioral approach which has replaced discredited Freudian-style psychoanalysis, was created by pioneers like Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck, who from the get-go drew upon both Stoic and Buddhist sources.

At the same time, there's now an enormous surge within academic philosophy, to rediscover philosophy's traditional function as a Guide to Life, rather than a mere fascination with intellectual puzzles, and here again, the most important sources lie in Buddhism and Stoicism.

Edited by: Sandra Woien
Imprint: Open Universe
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 228mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 25mm
ISBN: 9781637700792
ISBN 10: 1637700792
Pages: 325
Publication Date: 17 June 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Sandra Woien is a Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at Arizona State University, specializing in ethics, well-being, and the intersection of philosophy and healthcare. Her work has appeared in various academic journals and publications, including The Conversation and BMC Medical Ethics.

Reviews for Way Beyond Happiness: Buddhism, Stoicism, and Psychotherapy

“Why do some philosophies survive across the ages? This collection of essays on the perennial attractions of Stoicism and Buddhism, ably edited by philosopher Sandra Woien, will stimulate your reflection—and self-reflection—on fundamental realities and values.” —Stephen. R.C. Hicks, author of Explaining Postmodernism (2004)