Slow Productivity and Anticipating Consequences | Cal Newport PT 1
Computer science professor and bestselling author Cal Newport discusses hustle culture, productivity, and his latest book with Ryan in a two-part conversation.
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Explore "stoic philosophy" with insightful episodes like "Slow Productivity and Anticipating Consequences | Cal Newport PT 1", "How To Remain Calm | 9 Tips From The Stoics", "Why Humans are Wired for Status, Not Happiness | Morgan Housel PT 2", "Why Stoicism is Having a Modern Resurgence | Mick Mulroy (PT 2)" and "They Felt This Weight | Don't Make Things Harder Than They Need To Be" from podcasts like ""The Daily Stoic", "The Daily Stoic", "The Daily Stoic", "The Daily Stoic" and "The Daily Stoic"" and more!
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How To Remain Calm | 9 Tips From The Stoics
This podcast episode discusses Stoic practices like mindfulness, self-reflection, and embracing worst-case scenarios to face challenges calmly. It also highlights the importance of maintaining perspective in light of impermanence, and framing hardships as opportunities for growth.
Why Humans are Wired for Status, Not Happiness | Morgan Housel PT 2
Ryan talks to Morgan Housel about storytelling, human wiring for status over happiness, and his new books, with the latter selling over 4.5 million copies and translated into +50 languages.
Why Stoicism is Having a Modern Resurgence | Mick Mulroy (PT 2)
Ryan interviews Mick Mulroy on Stoicism philosophy's simplicity vs real-life application, Marcus Aurelius character analysis, and traits in modern leaders.
They Felt This Weight | Don't Make Things Harder Than They Need To Be
The podcast discusses that the Stoics Marcus Aurelius and Seneca faced immense personal tragedies, including the loss of multiple children, which significantly influenced their writings on pain, suffering, and tragedy.
Do This. It’s Enough. | Ask Ds
Podcast discusses John Adams' focus on universal principles of doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly, which he passed down as his life guiding commands. This echoes Stoic philosophy emphasizing a life of virtue.
Get Narrow Before Life Does
Comedian Christina Pazsitzky shares an experience that led her to realize during a near-death experience on Ketamine, she only truly cared about her children and husband, reminding us not to prioritize career success over loved ones.
Colin Elliott On The Art Of Navigating Lessons From History To The Modern World
Ryan talks with Colin Elliott on the Daily Stoic Podcast, discussing the societal response to COVID-19 and drawing parallels to the Antonine Plague. Elliott criticizes lockdown measures and emphasizes a science-oriented, nuanced approach. He highlights the diverse capacities within society for healthcare, communities, and institutions.
How To Plan Your Day Like Marcus Aurelius
Explores Marcus Aurelius' daily habits and integration of his Stoic practices into modern life amidst COVID-19 challenges such as early waking, negative visualization, journaling, and seeking stillness.
You Can Have This Joy | The Stoic Art Of Stillness (12 Keys)
Ryan Holiday discusses key Stoic practices to find stillness and reflects on Stoic figures like Chrysippus and Marcus Aurelius, a prankster who balanced somber notes with gratitude for life's gifts.
Dr. Michael Gervais On The Extension Of Stoicism In Modern Times (Pt 2)
Ryan discusses living in the present moment and tension of virtue with high-performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais, expert on human performance. His work includes coaching Olympic medalists, Fortune 50 CEOs and more.
Surrender But Don’t Give Yourself Away
Stoics advise submitting to life's uncontrollable forces (including wars, divorce, bad weather, etc.). The podcast suggests accepting one's fate while also incorporating a hint from Cheap Trick.
Follow Your Arrow | 7 Stoic Keys To Being A Great Leader (Ryan Holiday Speaks To The U.S. Military)
Four unique Stoics including Cleanthes, Cato, Marcus Aurelius, and Agrippinus are discussed for their unconventional behaviors and indifference to societal norms, while Ryan Holiday speaks about Stoic leadership in the modern world with the United States Military.
Adam Nicolson On The Rule Of Philosophy & Greek Mythology
Ryan discusses Greek mythology, life's grand question in philosophy, and travel with English author Adam Nicolson on this podcast episode. Nicolson is a renowned writer noted for works like Sea Room, The Mighty Dead, and Life between the Tides.
It’s Cheap To Be Dead | Wherever You Go, There Your Choice Is
Ryan discusses the paradox of accumulating vast wealth, which may seem a symbol of freedom while living, but in death, none of it can be taken. He references Juvenal's joke about Alexander the Great and Epictetus' quote emphasizing the importance of maintaining one's freedom of choice.
The Obstacle Is The Way | The Discipline of Perception
Ryan discusses focusing on the present and finding opportunities amid obstacles through self-discipline and logic in relation to 'The Obstacle Is the Way' podcast episode.
Kermit Roosevelt III on Theodore Roosevelt And Cultural Movements (PT 2)
Ryan interviews American author and law professor Kermit Roosevelt III on the topic of honor, its decline, and public perception of philosophers like Marcus Aurelius, as well as his book 'The Nation That Never Was'.
Do This Every Day | Clarify Your Intentions
The podcast discusses how Marcus Aurelius used journaling for stress relief and perspective, while today's Daily Stoic journal reading encourages clarifying intentions to define one's success.
Arnold Schwarzenegger's Seven Tools for Life
Ryan interviews Arnold Schwarzenegger on the importance of mind and body nurturing, their shared love for animals, and his experience as a politician. The discussion takes place at 92NY in New York City.
If You Want It To Take Hold In Your Mind…
Marcus Aurelius extensively read and referenced works of Epictetus, Panaetius, Chrysippus, Euripides, Zeno, and other philosophers. He also incorporated teachings from Seneca as well, echoing Seneca's advice to deeply digest the wisdom of master-thinkers.