We can’t control what happens to us, but we can control how we respond. At least, that’s what the Stoic’s say.

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Today we are joined (deep breath Hugh) by Stoic philosopher Ryan Holiday.

Using the wisdom of the past to appreciate the present, Ryan’s work is dedicated to communicating how the practicalities of stoic philosophy can help us lead more present, mindful and resilient lives today.

In this incredible chat, Hugh, Josh and Ryan (our Ryan), each present Ryan Holiday with something they have been struggling with in their own lives. Through the lens of Stoic philosophers Marcus Aurelius, Seneca and Epictetus, Ryan Holiday talks to how stoicism can really help us to live into our values, prioritise presence, and deal with existential dread.

We discuss with Ryan the importance of understanding what will actually make you happy (spoiler: it’s not a billion dollars), and how to reframe death as a reminder that we must appreciate every moment (or not waste anymore with shame and guilt).

This episode, and its practical take-aways (which you can find listed in our newsletter), has been a long time coming.

Ryan, what an absolute honour.

0:00 – What is Stoicism?
13:26 – For the Josh’s of the world
17:07 – Time and Energy of Worrying
27:01 – The illusion of freedom
33:50 – Am I a bad friend?
38:58 – Practicing what you preach ft. presence
45:42 – If today was your last day
50:22 – 5 quotes for a Stoic life

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🫖 Imperfects episodes mentioned in this episode

Pat Cummins - Love, Loss & Life - https://bit.ly/4dHKR2F
Maria Ruberto - Sleep Your Way To Your Top - https://bit.ly/4dHKPYB

📖 Things to read

Letter’s from a Stoic by Seneca - https://bit.ly/49WVNqB
ALL of Ryan’s books - https://bit.ly/43uHsxZ

✍️Journals to journal

The Daily Stoic - https://bit.ly/49qJ6Em
My Imperfect Life - https://bit.ly/4tZ8qJ6

🎟️ Things to get tickets to

Daily Stoic Live with Ryan Holiday - https://bit.ly/4uK72Lt

💻Things to check out

Ryan’s website - https://bit.ly/4v3Vh24
The Resilience Project - https://bit.ly/3Q4LOc4

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