Most communication advice is a pile of tips. This one is a compact framework you can actually hold in your head. I draw on the CIT model (cognitive interpersonal therapy) and Stoic philosophy to lay out the few principles that quietly improve both your relationships and your inner state. The thread running through it is the old Epictetus point: it is rarely ... Show More
Sep 17
Stoic Morning Rehearsal For A High-Stakes Day
A 7-minute guided Stoic practice for the morning of a presentation, interview, difficult meeting or test.You will rehearse one realistic setback, separate what is yours from what is not, and choose how you want to act when the moment arrives. The practice draws on premeditation o ... Show More
7m 4s
Sep 15
Envy Is the Greatest Motivator
Envy has a terrible reputation. But the feeling itself can tell you what you value, where comparison has hooked you, and what you may need to work towards.In this episode, I separate malicious envy from the more useful kind, drawing on Alain de Botton, the story of Mozart and Sal ... Show More
31m 42s
Sep 10
A Stoic Morning Practice For Grief And Loss
Some mornings, grief is present before you open your eyes. This gentle guided practice does not ask you to stop grieving or manufacture a better mood. You will make a little room for the weight, notice one source of warmth, and choose one small act of care for the next few hours. ... Show More
5m 42s
Nov 2022
231 - A Model of Thinking
The stoics teach us that we have control over a few things - our thoughts, our choices, and our actions. In short, our will. So is there a way that we can get better with our thinking, and improve our outcomes? Today I want to talk about a model that can help us be more aware of ... Show More
10m 44s
Aug 2023
Stoicism - Advice for Hard Times
Quotes from famous stoics and thinkers, inspired by Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius and more, many who went through unimaginable challenges and difficulty, yet their names remain a legacy to this day.Speaker:Jarrett Raymond▶Subscribe for New Motivational Videos :https://bit.ly ... Show More
11m 54s
Mar 2025
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Success: Stoic Secrets
Episode Description
In this motivational Friday episode of The Daily Boost, Scott Smith delivers timeless wisdom drawn from Stoic philosophy that remains relevant after 2,000 years. Scott shares powerful insights about humility, choosing the right environment, protecting your tim ... Show More
11m 21s
Mar 2025
#1072 Meditation on Being Stoic
<p>A meditation designed to help you cultivate inner strength, resilience, and peace of mind. Inspired by the wisdom of Stoic philosophers like Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus, this meditation will guide you through reflections on <strong data-start="384" data-end="438">co ... Show More
23m 13s