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“The path of wisdom is to go with the flow, to not resist the way that fortune is unfolding, to always recognize that I can choose how I respond to external events and I can choose whether I am harmed or not.”
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In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my daily Stoic morning journal routine, explaining how I organize my journal to set my day for success, remember what is valuable, and ensure that I act with resilience and tranquility.
The episode sheds light on the importance of intention rather than perfection, and how to use different techniques and tools to cultivate a growth mindset, manage negative emotions, and practice gratitude.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- The Significance of Flexibility in Morning Routine: Discover the importance of not being a slave to your routine and understanding that the intention matters more than perfection.
- The Use of Apps and Templates for Journaling: Learn how to utilize applications like Craft and Notion to create journal templates that can be customized to fit your needs.
- The Productivity Planner Approach: Understand how to prioritize daily tasks by using the concept of the Productivity Planner, and focus on the most important task first followed by secondary tasks.
- Incorporating Stoic Quotes and Reflection: Learn how to include Stoic quotes in your journal and how reflecting on these quotes can help you align with the principles of Stoicism.
- Triple-Column Technique for Managing Negative Emotions: Get an insight into the triple-column technique borrowed from Dr. David Burns for challenging irrational thoughts and managing negative emotions.
- The Philosophical Journal for Self-Improvement: Learn the simple yet profound method of acknowledging what you did wrong, what you did right, and what you can do better if a similar situation arises again.
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