The regular person in us is frustrated by all this. But the Stoic in us knows that this is leading us, teaching us, shaping us. Seneca said that misfortune toughens us up, forges us the way that fire tests gold. Epictetus said that life pairs us with these sparring partners for a reason—to turn us into Olympic-class material. And the Book of Romans says that ... Show More
Jan 2024
How To Make It Through The Hard Times: Transforming Challenges Into Gifts
<p>In today's episode, we're diving into something really close to my heart - how to not just survive, but THRIVE through life's tough times. We all know life can be a rollercoaster - sometimes it's blissfully beautiful, and other times, let's be honest, it feels like we're trudg ... Show More
16m 22s
Sep 2017
2: Ancient Wisdom for a Better Life: Letters from a Stoic by Seneca
“You want your life to be where, if it was your last year, you’d happy with how your life turned out.” Letters from a Stoic is one of Neil’s and Nat’s favorite works of philosophy, and has taken the world by storm in a massive resurgence over the last 10 years. Unlike most philos ... Show More
1h 12m
Aug 2023
Master Your Decisions: The Psychology of Taking Action
<p>Buckle up, because in this episode, we're diving deep into a topic that can truly change the game for you.</p>
<p>You know, life can sometimes feel like a series of choices, right? Some we make knowingly, others we just go with the flow. But guess what? Every single one of the ... Show More
24m 15s
Aug 2022
Steve Magness | The Truth About Toughness (a better way to do hard things)
<p>Adults do this thing — and maybe you've already done it yourself since you've grown up — where they go out of their way to remind children that life will come with its difficult moments, so we should revel in the good, easy times while they last. Ease, we learn, is the state w ... Show More
1h 6m
Mar 2022
Mastering Mindset: A Deep Dive On Mental Toughness
It’s easy to look at top performers, elite athletes, and those crushing outrageous achievements—and conclude that their success boils down to sheer genetic luck, supreme talent, or unlimited resources.While success can be significantly influenced by those variables, all things be ... Show More
1h 44m