How do you make a decision when you might be wrong? Philosopher Massimo Pigliucci joins me to explore critical thinking and scepticism in everyday life. Drawing on his book How to Be a (Happy) Skeptic, Massimo explains how the ancient sceptics and Cicero approached uncertainty. We discuss degrees of confidence, how much evidence a decision needs, and why an ... Show More
Oct 6
Stoic Joy: Six Habits For A Calmer Life
You can get better at handling difficulty and still forget to enjoy your life.This half-hour Stoic talk explores six habits for practising joy, including the seven-second control check, the View from Above and the Joy of Enough. It also covers a 24-hour virtue experiment, obstacl ... Show More
31m 23s
Oct 5
The Reset: How to Come Back Quickly When You've Lost It
Marcus Aurelius expected to be knocked off balance. His advice was to come back quickly and treat every return as training. This short Stoic practice is for the moment after you’ve snapped or started spiralling.The Reset uses SPQR as a modern memory aid: Stop, Pause, Question, Re ... Show More
3m 13s
Aug 2024
Build an UNBREAKABLE MIND Using Stoic Methods
Forge an Unbreakable Mindset: Embrace Stoic Philosophy to Conquer Adversity with Fearless Resolve and Insane Willpower. Discover the secrets of ancient Stoics to transform obstacles into opportunities, master self-discipline, metabolize fear into focused intensity, and achieve ex ... Show More
18m 56s
Oct 2025
Overcoming Adversity for a Stronger Mindset
Episode Description:. In this empowering episode of Speak with Power:. Daily Confidence Boost, delve deep into the art of mental resilience, learning practical strategies to bounce back from adversity stronger and wiser. Discover how to cultivate inner strength, foster optimism, ... Show More
5m 20s
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
Jan 2025
The Path to Victory through the Concepts of CHANGE 2025
In this episode, we explore the timeless wisdom of Stoic philosophy and its profound lessons on navigating change. Discover how ancient principles can help you adapt, persevere, and thrive in the face of adversity. We'll unpack key concepts of resilience, decision-making, and str ... Show More
12m 10s
Jun 2025
3638: The Manifestation of Inner Strength by Ryan Holiday on Emotional Peace and Resilience
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3638: Ryan Holiday reflects on the brutal yet transformative experience of pushing the body beyond exhaustion to reveal the ... Show More
10m 59s