You understand the Stoic advice about anxiety. So why doesn't it help at four in the morning? I look at the gap between knowing and doing, why reading about anxiety can become a way of avoiding practice, and what changed when I stopped making calm the test of a useful exercise. The practice is small: separate the sensation from the instruction that arrives ... Show More
Today
Stoic Sleep Affirmations: Enough For Tonight
The day is finished, but you may still be going over it. This quiet bedtime practice begins with settling into the bed, then offers short Stoic reflections on having enough and allowing yourself to rest. You do not need to repeat the lines or remember them. Let them pass, with lo ... Show More
7m 34s
Oct 20
Amor Fati: The Stoic Practice Of Loving Your Fate
What would it mean to work with the life you have, even when it takes a turn you would never have chosen?This recorded talk explores amor fati, the practice of loving your fate, and the difference between active acceptance and passive resignation. I connect the idea with three ev ... Show More
25m 47s
Oct 15
Jon Friedland: Jiu-Jitsu, Fear and the Practice of Stoicism
Your first jiu-jitsu class can expose how little your toughness helps. Going back takes a different kind of courage.Jon Friedland joins me to explore what training can teach us about Stoicism. We discuss competition nerves, judging a performance without clinging to the result, an ... Show More
1h 6m
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