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Newsletter and podcast from Donald J. Robertson, cognitive-behavioural therapist, and author of Stoicism books, including How to Think Like a Roman Emperor. Sign up to learn how ancient philosophy and modern psychology can help you to improve your life.
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Avg Comments
1.6
Avg Likes
37.9
Engagement Rate
0.08%· ~39 likes + comments/post
(comments + likes) / subscribers
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Engagement Rate
0.08%
median: 0.00%
Posts per Week
1.9
median: 1.0
Publishing Consistency
63/100
median: 65/100
Subscribers
50K
median: 1K
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~2x per week
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Category Rank
#29 of 827
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Engagement Trend
Rising
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Last published May 24, 2026
Usually publishes Tue, Thu
1.9 posts/week avg
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