{"product_id":"the-stoic-rider-philosophy-in-motion-9781068210709","title":"The Stoic Rider: Philosophy in Motion","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can a motorbike teach us about living with courage, clarity, and purpose? Quite a lot, as it turns out.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Stoic Rider\u003c\/em\u003e is an unconventional journey into ancient wisdom and modern motion. Blending the timeless principles of Stoic philosophy with the raw reality of the open road, Louisa Swaden offers readers a fresh take on how to navigate life's challenges with grit and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom land speed records on sand to long-distance tours and soul-testing setbacks, Louisa's story isn't just about motorcycling-it's about saying yes to life. Each chapter explores a Stoic principle-like \u003cem\u003eAmor Fati\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMemento Mori\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eThe Obstacle is the Way\u003c\/em\u003e-paired with vivid real-world riding experiences that bring those ideas to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is for anyone who's ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or off-course-and is ready to ride with intention. With dry English humour, heartfelt reflection, and practical insight, \u003cem\u003eThe Stoic Rider\u003c\/em\u003e invites you to check your mirrors, choose your line, and remember: \u003cstrong\u003eTime is precious. Don't waste the ride. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSwaden, Louisa:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Louisa Swaden is a writer, speaker, and lifelong questioner known as The Existential Biker. A former corporate executive turned motorcycling tour guide, she holds a motorcycle land speed record on sand, is a member of the 200mph Club and a Welsh powerlifting record holder-all achieved in her sixth decade. Her journey from burnout to courage, discipline, and clarity now fuels her work. In The Stoic Rider, she blends ancient philosophy with real-world grit to explore how to live-and ride-with purpose. When she's not riding, she's writing, reading, or walking her dog somewhere quiet-always listening for the next question worth following. Visit: www.existentialbiker.com","brand":"Throttle \u0026 Thought Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51735729078546,"sku":"9781068210709","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_5463f578-ae2d-4ecf-bf27-b71dd59384e7.jpg?v=1763542870","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-stoic-rider-philosophy-in-motion-9781068210709","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}