How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life

by Massimo Pigliucci

a friendship of the good is that rare phenomenon when two people enjoy each other for their own sake because they find in each other an affinity of character that does not require externalities like a business exchange or a hobby. In those cases, our friends become, as Aristotle famously put it, mirrors to our souls, helping us grow and become better persons just because they care about us.

definition of friend