Ryan Holiday
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6 Stoic Rules To Beat Ego
You don’t need to be an egotistical asshole to be successful. History is filled with powerful people whose pride ultimately destroyed them, from Caligula and Nero to Xerxes and Mussolini.

The Fall Of The Roman Republic Was A Warning | Barry Strauss
What destroyed the Roman Republic was not one man or one moment, but a slow collapse of trust, duty, and shared values.

This Will Define Your Legacy | Forgive Them Because They Don't Know
Discipline, as a virtue, is related to the other virtues. By controlling our urges or wants or lifestyle, we’re actually in a better position to be courageous or just.

You Will Need This to Push Through | Is AI Making Us Stupid?
Discipline, in this way, isn’t just about action; it’s about control. Control over our impulses, our desires, and even our most deeply ingrained habits.

12 Stoic Lessons from The Odyssey
With Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey hitting theaters this week, now is the perfect time to hear the Stoic lessons hidden within this ancient story.

This is Why We Have Limits
Marcus Aurelius was checked by philosophy, but if he hadn’t been, he could have easily been a Nero or a Caligula. The American Founders knew this well.

BONUS | Ryan Holiday's Best Book Recommendations for Dr. Becky Kennedy
After recording their episode at The Daily Stoic Podcast studio, Ryan and Dr. Becky headed next door to The Painted Porch , where Ryan shared a few must-read book recommendations.

Decide What to Be and Go Be It | How Would The Stoics Handle Social Media Envy?
“First, say to yourself what you would be,” Epictetus says, “and then do what you have to do.” 👉 The Daily Stoic Habits for Success, Habits for Happiness course is a six-week challenge designed to…

It’s So Hard To Find | Stop Looking For This
The ability to be content, to be grateful, to be happy? These are the real luxuries, if you think about it.

Ryan Holiday - Watch This If You Have a Negative Mind | SRS #321
Ryan Holiday is a bestselling author and one of the most influential modern voices on Stoicism.