Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:07 Say yes to what matters 01:40 Be disciplined 02:36 Don't suffer in advance 03:09 Stop wasting time 03:43 Control your emotions 05:25 Focus on how far you have left to go 06:20 Stand up for others 07:19 Focus on what's in your control 08:06 Be willing to look stupid 09:03 Seek challenges

@diogeniscruyff1084

2 жыл бұрын

The devaluation of liberty was the main reason why the Roman bourgeoisie adopted Stoic theory. He gave the main food in the sense of duty, in trust and submission to Fate, the reconciliation of man with misfortunes and the renunciation of any claim of better fortune. In this sense, Stoicism is emerging as a philosophy of submission, and from a political point of view, Stoicism is the main recipe for building citizens. It provides the main philosophical background to Christianity and all the ideologies born of the Enlightenment in the West. The goal is to shape reality, beautiful or not, but such that it leaves no room for escape. It is necessary to set a purpose in life, the best, a collective purpose which we are called to serve, those who blindly believe in it, until it prevails. Thus Marxism poses the victory of the proletariat, capitalism the profit of money and the prosperity of capital, the administrative model of representation the service of the party line for the good of the party and so on. The historical events of the time that we call "late antiquity" are in our case revealing. Stoicism did not move the Macedonian kings because they were uncompromising realists while conquering the Romans (Festus). The Romans, in contrast to the Greeks, who had the most important philosophy of all, had realized their ecumenical mission, so the administration (Farrington) was more important to them. During the period of the pax romana, the Roman ruling elite recorded the limits of its spread, stopped looting after the Romans became champions in slaughter and ruin, and planned the exercise of command over the conquered. What will management say? The way I collect taxes, which now seems to me more cost-effective than war. But how do I manage so many people peacefully? With the democracy of the Greeks? But even my own res publica is rejected. I need a strong administration. And an empire was made. I need both the right philosophy and a religion of submission. They chose Stoicism for philosophy for all the reasons we mentioned. Their religion was offered a few centuries later. Therefore, Theodoridis can say that in those years Hellenism was defeated by the East, but this was done on a Roman initiative for the needs of the then plutocracy. Stoicism is a pessimistic philosophy, since it calls man to accept a defeat: the fact that life itself surpasses him. It calls on him at the same time to make this sad disadvantage an advantage if he recognizes that this is life and reconciles with its truth. In this way he will contribute to his personal happiness and to the balanced course of the world. But as Lucius Torquatos, in defense of Epicurus, responds to Cicero: "Or what value can a philosophy have that thinks that everything happens because it is so written by fate? This is what the old women believe, and in fact the uneducated old women! "

@sdla690

2 жыл бұрын

You have written some interesting insights. That said, what do you mean 'uneducated old woman'? If you have stereotype mentality, or you are so used to hasty generalization, I don't see how you are different from those you are accusing of... just sayin

@deanodog3667

2 жыл бұрын

@@sdla690 he was quoting someone you idiot !

@deanodog3667

2 жыл бұрын

@@diogeniscruyff1084 Nietzsche also regarded stoicism as a sour grapes philosophy!

@deanodog3667

2 жыл бұрын

Through your rags I see your vanity!

We suffer more from imagination than in reality. This just hit me so hard

@DCJ9

Жыл бұрын

Facts 😢

@DCJ9

Жыл бұрын

@Mystery Seeker1111 yup

@MrMawnster

Жыл бұрын

I know right

@11Garrett11

Жыл бұрын

“I am an old man and have known a great many troubles, most of which never happened” ~ Mark Twain

@JoeTakagi00

Жыл бұрын

Everything you say yes to is saying no to something else.

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@charlottewalker5811

9 ай бұрын

Opportunity is a scarce commodity. I will partake in this; there’s no limit to what you can achieve in life (including success) if you put your mind to it. Luckily I stumble into this.

I wish ethics, stoicism and oratory were still taught today in school, but early in education, not in university of private schools... early on, to create a solid base for personal development, strong character, for good communication and create overall decent and just human beings

@bookgirlny8511

2 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏

@meetalijoshi3232

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Such lessons are important to be taught.

@MP-id2po

2 жыл бұрын

To think the Ancient Greeks invented/taught it 2,500 years ago, yet today we live in a world of woke... a world which tries to control thought, opinion, and right from wrong

@tadladapate3064

2 жыл бұрын

Appart from writing and reading, we should learn how to think before ramming tons of mostly useless information in children mind. when you know how to think the learning will follow in a better way

@ollievw3450

2 жыл бұрын

Same here. My son would be better for it. I actually asked Einzelganger, another stoic mentor on YT about this and he could only point me to an article, but not to specific lessons. A wasted opportunity, i am trying myself now, but notice that I don’t have the capabilities to translate the messages.

"We should treat the body rigorously so it's not disobedient to the mind." Life changing quote is life changing.

@eduardochavacano

2 жыл бұрын

That explains why muscular men are smarter and more tolerant of strange ideas and strange people.

@inanimatemist8610

2 жыл бұрын

@@eduardochavacano bruh what?

@PunkingtonGrunge

2 жыл бұрын

@@eduardochavacano Is this life imitating memes or memes imitating life...?

@Nina-cd6uw

2 жыл бұрын

@@PunkingtonGrunge Lol

@user-rf7ix8ir9b

2 жыл бұрын

Yup

I am 57 years old and I've struggled with depression, anxiety, insecurity and procrastination since my unhappy childhood. Words cannot express how Stoic philosophy has inspired, empowered and emboldened me in the past few years. I love your show and appreciate everything you do. Thank you! Much love and admiration from Italy 🇮🇹

@sumeets.9805

Жыл бұрын

May God bless you.. You are a symbol of hope and victory for all humanity..

@Katjj

Жыл бұрын

Luca, i wish you healing in your present and future🍀.

@HoloScope

Жыл бұрын

I had an unhappy childhood as well, my father was a very angry bitter man. I indulged into Stoicism so I wouldn’t end up like him, because I found myself acting like him, for which I felt very guilty of. My father has changed a bit as well, he’s less aggressive now and does not beat me so much anymore. I wish you the best Luca.

@Living_for_Him_Alone

Жыл бұрын

Wish you all the best 👍❤️ in journey of stoicism ❤️

@Living_for_Him_Alone

Жыл бұрын

​@@HoloScope All the best for your wonderful journey of stoicism ❤️❤️

2 weeks ago I finally started "choosing today". I have been choosing today, daily, for REAL. And it shows, I can feel it, and can see the changes.

@samanthamariscal_

7 ай бұрын

I'm gald to hear this!!!

“Anxiety is a punishment to yourself”

@lilacscoffee9360

2 жыл бұрын

From someone with chronic anxiety, this is so true it hurts.

@maylin1986

Жыл бұрын

​@@lilacscoffee9360Not entirely correct. If I had to guess, I'd bet there was probably at least 1 philosopher on this Earth that had anxiety also.❤ I just watched a video of a family today who, after several months, finally went from homeless to having an actual home to live in. The parents are so awesome to do whatever they can to work with the cards they were delt, to the best of their abilities. Given an environment that created a circumstance that was out of their control. There was one piece that was contradicting to me. He recommended not to focus on what you can't control, buy at least stay aware vest you can to make any necessary changes in your life. Back to the parents, I don't know their story on how they became homeless, but they have 2 sons and the youngest cried happy tears to have a place to call home. The son could've, through the process of being homeless, developed some kind of anxiety from the whole transition. Just being on alert to make sure he doesn't end back up homeless. Just saw a video tonight about a news clip talking about how 15,000 Hawiian residents have moved to places like Arizona, Texas, Florida and such to escape the drastic cost of living that's apparently higher than over in other US states. There's also the saying "Cause and affect". Your environment, as well as the people you encounter, can cause excessive anxiety too. Take care. 🌟🌟

I recently had an interview with the owner of the company I work at, as he was looking for people to put in higher positions. He's 74 btw. He asked me: "Do you see yourself staying at this company for the rest of your life?" I answered: "Sure, I can see it. But just in case things don't work out (due to Covid), the experience I will gain here, I can just take to the next job." He said that was a good mindset to have. Don't take anything too seriously and remember that you can never lose your knowledge, experience and self-development. If you fail, it will become easier each time to get back to where you were. Stumble your way to success.

@polkadots7792

Жыл бұрын

wow

@ademsulejmanovski7178

Жыл бұрын

Did you get the job?

@wolfthequarrelsome504

Жыл бұрын

Yes.. Get fired the first time it's devastating.😮 Get fired the second time... Now what. Get fired the third time... Wtf? Now you're solid.

@Rishav15

Жыл бұрын

You got promoted?

@madrazz8888

Жыл бұрын

@@Rishav15 Almost :/

1. Focus on What Matters 2. Get Started 3. Don’t Suffer in Advance 4. Stop wa$ting Time 5. Control Your Emotions 6. Focus on How Far You Have Left to Go 7. Stand up for the Little Guy 8. Focus on What’s in Your Control 9. Be Willing to Look/be Stupid (beginning Stage) 10. Be Prepared

@sulekhaaadan3020

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@kingsouther

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. The music was distracting so this comment was waaaay more convenient. No stock music and i woulda watched whole thing.

Love that quote, “there’s no problem so bad that you can’t make it worse also” There’s no point in worrying about what is out of our control 💜

@foekist7312

2 жыл бұрын

"There’s no point in worrying about what is out of our control!" My Granny used to say this all the time. Bless her 🙏

@Kalrens

Жыл бұрын

should this be then considered as the "it is what it is" mindset as well?

@deathlocus1571

Жыл бұрын

@@Kalrens Sort of, but that mindset kinda implies that it isn’t worth trying to repair or make things better because ‘it is what it is’. Stoicism is more like ACCEPTING what happens, but nonetheless being able to regulate your responses and improving your situation. Things that aren’t up to you can’t be changed, so they’re pointless to concern yourself with.

When I recognise I am going back to my old bad habits I listen to your videos and “wake up”. Thanks for the wonderful reminders!

@yulianloaiza

Жыл бұрын

Powerful

Cheers to all the stoic philosophers out there. We have a long way to go. And it's exciting.

@MR.OMAR999

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 🍻

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

I often wonder if because I practice stoic ideas, if I am a stoic? Do you think that is all that it takes or is there something else that qualifies you?

@atl3630

2 жыл бұрын

@@wisdomfromgreatmen8129 why do you care what you are called?

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

@@atl3630 Thats a good question, I don't think Stoicism can be just a label, or if the label matters at all. When Jocko was asked if he was a stoic he replied "no". Which is seemingly very ironically stoic.

@charlespayton2808

2 жыл бұрын

@@wisdomfromgreatmen8129 It is not important to say or declare what your are or are not. Just be. Don't say it, just be it, and the rest will fall into place.

When I'm doing a long mountain walk, I often find thinking about how far I've come (rather than how far I've still to go) is quite motivating ;-)

@MJA5

2 жыл бұрын

I think the idea is that it doesn't matter how far you've come, all other things considered, that is done. It's a strange notion, and the implication is that there is never a finish line, at least not until after you move on from this life.

@msallen1046

2 жыл бұрын

Lol you're funny

@thecrapartistx

Жыл бұрын

I get it... Sometimes I take a moment to be happy about the fact that I've gotten through a whole lot of horrible stuff and it motivates me to push myself toward actually living a life

I didn’t realize I’ve been a stoic all my life. Action is the true language of love and caring.

'Don't suffer in advance' Also....' The man who stressess before it's necessary, stressess twice'

@susanbrown2909

2 жыл бұрын

Stresses are for survival..only some are on full volume constantly..that becomes a issue in its self.

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

Allowing things to happen as they do if the hardest lesson for those with anxiety like myself.... Amor Fati , is something worth repeating here.

@dmoney17

2 жыл бұрын

@ Nina Westlake I love that quote ty !!

This channel is highly underrated. Thanks for all that you do!

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree !

@atl3630

2 жыл бұрын

It has 350k subscribers, what do you want?

@feidhlimidhmacanaltha3644

2 жыл бұрын

@@atl3630 watch number 6 again.

@saritavlogs9958

2 жыл бұрын

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@eduardochavacano

2 жыл бұрын

I hope KZread will ban the word under rated. People who keep using the term have very poor communications skills.

I have had anxiety all my life due to disability and other personal challenges. I've tried many therapies over the years but since discovering this channel my mindset has become more positive, it's really helping. Thank you so very much, Ryan

@terintiaflavius3349

2 жыл бұрын

You got this Bella. You are so much more then what your anxiety thinks.

@TheKyleLazarus

2 жыл бұрын

Good! Ryan's books, emails and videos inspired my new life as well! I too had a terrible trauma, which led to a permanent disability, and complete erasure of the life I had built to that point. The anxiety brought on by all of this was a heavy burden. Medication and therapy did nothing. Several tragedies then also followed. I then stumbled onto a book with a title that attracted me (someone who thought very negative at the time). It turned out to be instead a veiled introduction to stoicism. It spoke my language and I connected. Then I found Ryan and my life since has slowly become manageable, my anxiety has mostly left and I am now thinking more optimistically about today, everyday. It is daily work, but it has turned into part of me. I'm so happy for your breakthrough! Keep going!

@juanrabanales4933

Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah! Keep killing it my man.

@stevefaulkner6689

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear I kept being told I'm stoic and wasn't familiar found this realized I'm not actually screwed up Lal keep learning and it gets better

@Hplittleblue

Жыл бұрын

@@TheKyleLazarus same here . I was so negative and still think there’s more I need to work on but I am so much more optimistic thanks to Stoicism and Ryan - he is just amazing with his words . I can honestly say stoicism has changed my life and I’m not exaggerating.

I spend so much time fretting over all the things I want to do/be, that I've done/been nothing. I've attended three funerals this week and heard of many others from friends who've also had many losses. This realization that we don't have infinite time has hit me hard. I will focus on one or two things this week as a baby step.

@mangofloatgrammars5929

Жыл бұрын

Hi how are you

@australiantruckspotting8883

Жыл бұрын

How’s things going ?

Imagine if we had vlogs like this from the ancients, maybe it's a luxury when the words alone carry all the meaning necessary but hearing it spoken adds so much, thanks Ryan

I actually start tearing up when he gets to step 7. I've always stood up for the little guy my whole life and that isn't going to change. Thank you.

@MJA5

2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes it's not the easiest thing to do, because it can be against the tide. But it is always the right thing to do I believe.

Oof, I really needed this right now. Gonna get off my bed and take care of myself.

@domitorid177

2 жыл бұрын

Self-care intensifies

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

Even Marcus Aurelius struggled to get out of the bed in the morning. No shame in that my friend

@jenhasken

2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

For the people watching this and entering the world of self development, please do not forget that working with a therapist/psychiatrist should be one of your objectives (depending in what mental state you are in). All of this information may mislead you in thinking you can do everything by yourself. A lot of times we need to take a step back and really start analyzing our life and behaviors, and start acting upon that, otherwise, you may continue your path with a not so serious injury, and while you may achieve great things, that injury will eventually present itself in an exponentially more dangerous manner and will stop you from whatever path you chose to walk into. As someone who has clinical depression and severe anxiety problems, I just started my journey into self betterment. I had to take a step back from some of my previous goals to start attacking the root of all of my problems. Love for everyone, I wish you luck on this journey.

@stevedriscoll2539

Жыл бұрын

I liked reading your well written and well thought out post, and it sounds like you are doing well. I only want to add a that professional therapy and drugs is not for everyone. I think there is a lot of evidence that most institutions are broken. I am in agreement that no one can go it alone either when the going is good or filled with troubles and tragedies. I heard of a therapist talking about how he could fix almost anyone by reprogramming their minds, by replacing the he negative, destructive thought loops with constructive ones. It does work, but it doesn't take much imagination as to why the institutions would not like this therapy. Love back to you.

@theornament

Жыл бұрын

@@stevedriscoll2539 I live in Mexico and unfortunately I feel like we are behind in a lot of aspects, at least culturally, so I had some therapists who just seemed incompetent, even if their intentions were good. In my personal experience, I had to go to several therapists to be able to find someone that I matched with, it’s just a matter of being patient and following your intuition. I’ve learnt that, you first have to revisit your past, and start rewiring your emotions first. It sounds weird, but you can not start improving yourself and doing all day productive things and everything if you are still carrying with a lot of emotional weight, it just takes a toll on you mentally and physically. What people don’t understand is that just talking about your trauma isn’t enough, you need to experience it again and at that moment rewire your thoughts. It’s very very difficult to do. Once you start identifying and correcting that wiring, slowly but surely you will start improving yourself naturally, now it will be a matter of discipline to achieve them. Now, I’ve realized as well that people are just not prepared and not smart enough to realize these kind of things. Trust me, I’ve explained this to dozens of friends and family and nobody grasps it, this is something that you have to experience by yourself, and do the work yourself, until you are able to understand how the brain works. The problem is that people just give up too easily, and after several sessions they think it’s not for them, instead of trying something different. I as well was in that position, and gave up several times until the last time I was about ti gave up, decided to just keep trying, and that’s where the magic started to happen. Now everywhere I go I start being aware of my thoughts and why my anxiety starts to kick in, and slowly start doing rewiring, but it takes time. Thank you for your post, I definitely understand what you mean, but as long as people don’t investigate more, some therapists will keep taking advantage of that.

@stevedriscoll2539

Жыл бұрын

@@theornament good stuff Luis, thanks...I hope for continued good fortune and safe travels to you.

"Focus on how much you have left, not how far you've come" Extremely applicable for those in pursuit of knowledge

I’ve chooses to have a wonderful life in my 80 s I’m 55 yrs ran 5 miles in 42 minutes today ,it’s a good start ,,I want to be a great athlete in my 60 s I love excercise and am very proud of my physical abilities,,,but I’ve spent 7 yrs getting here it did not start tomorrow it started yesterday

Success will only amplify who you already are, Most times it amazes me greatly how I moved from an average lifestyle to earning over $63k per month, Utter shock is the word. I have understood a lot in the past few years that there are lots of opportunities in the financial market. The only thing is to know where to invest.

@BeverlyTalley

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you and I believe that the secret to financial stability is having the right investment ideas to enable you earn more money, I don’t know who agrees with me but either way I recommend either real estate or bitcoin and stocks.

@bjoe631

Жыл бұрын

I keep wondering how people earn money in financial markets, i tried trading bitcoin on my own made a huge loss and now I'm scared of investing more.

@Florencecoxx

Жыл бұрын

@@bjoe631 That won't bother you if you trade with a professional like *Mr Gary Mason Brooks* my coach, you may have come across him on interviews relating to bitcoin and stocks. He trades, manage trading account and offer mentorship program for clients who wish to become professional investors.

@bjoe631

Жыл бұрын

@@Florencecoxx You allow people to trade for you? that's interesting, I would love to learn, hope it’s safe?

@susanhaynes679

Жыл бұрын

Wow I can't believe you guys are discussing about Gary Mason Brooks , I once met him at a conference in California 2019, just before the pandemic. I can testify that he’s very good in trading..Highly recommended.

I am in love with Stoicism. It is so simple yet profound.

It’s good to recognize that anxiety is unnecessary suffering, but that cognition alone doesn’t make your anxiety go away. Anxiety doesn’t respond to logic. It’s a partially automatic response that can be improved through various mental and physical practices but it takes effort.

❗ *6 Guidelines for Life:* ⚡ *1) When you are alone, mind your thoughts.* ⚡ *2) When you are with your friends, mind your tongue.* ⚡ *3) When you are angry, mind your temper.* ⚡ *4) When you are with a group, mind your behaviour.* ⚡ *5) When you are in trouble, mind your emotions.* ⚡ *6) When God starts blessing you, mind your ego.* Love from a small channel💙

@iand7475

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Taabbis !!!!! those are fantastic guidelines I wrote them down and will live by this now, thankyou again.

@jannmacdougall1448

2 жыл бұрын

this would make a wonderful song and easy to memorize..❤🎶

@foekist7312

2 жыл бұрын

“Watch your thoughts, they become your words; watch your words, they become your actions; watch your actions, they become your habits; watch your habits, they become your character; watch your character, it becomes your destiny.” ― Lao Tzu

@scotnick59

2 жыл бұрын

I like the last one best!

@mstwelvedeadlycyns

2 жыл бұрын

This is great!!

Ryan I have strayed from the path over the last few weeks. I really needed this. I would have found my way back eventually but thanks for lighting a torch I could see through the trees.

Thank you Ryan. You are literally changing my life!

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

Ryan does what I wish to do... make accessible Wisdom From Great Men

@dickskinthin9192

2 жыл бұрын

That's great and all, as long as we're all clear that women can't be stoic.

This is a collected version of things most of us have heard before at different points in our lives, but need to be reminded of as a whole. Like bits of gold found while sifting through buckets of sand.

@dlbstl

2 жыл бұрын

Good analogy!

“Anxiety is a punish to yourself”

I am gonna rewatch this video over again.. and again... till I absorb everything u said.. right in my consciousness... Each word u said is golden.... Thanks... sir.. U are a saviour.. !!

9:00 >> Seek challenges. When Americans get older, they get a lot lazier. I'm finding out, the older you get, the more you have to push yourself. I get my inspiration from a gentleman who goes to my gym daily. He uses a walker, and he's liked by everyone there. He's 97 years old, and he even drives there. People like that, gives me the will to keep going.😊😊😊

I’ve been fighting stage 4 colorectal cancer for two and a half years. 131 rounds of chemo and counting, 25 days of targeted radiation, surgically disemboweled, 4 surgeries, numerous complications and a near death experience. I was cancer free for nearly two years and now I’m in Bangkok with mass Covid hysteria and the cancer metastasized in my lungs. Never give up! God bless you for your amazing work! I watch your Utubes every day ✌️🇺🇸

@herrweiss2580

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sending you a big hug! 😀

@billmckelvey5003

2 жыл бұрын

@@herrweiss2580 your very kind🙏🙏

I forget how awesome the STOICS are - besides "sitting in the chaos, but also to help others" are nice principles.

@tomaszsosnowski9279

2 жыл бұрын

There is a lot of sincere benevolence towards others in stoicism.

This stuff is SO needed if we're going to turn things toward a positive outcome in the world today. Thank you.

I'm gonna show this to my son, he's only 8 but he needs to hear this ✅

Be good when nobody is watching life will reward u. Thank you for this ❤❤

This is the first time I have found a mental discipline that speaks to me and the way I live.

Sir your advice took away a large burden off my soul and has humbled my mind

I've been listening to your posts and through out the days. I have faced some difficult situations and looking at changing the steps and focusing on what steps to do. Its absolutely amazing how it helps...

Drove the family down to The Painted Porch yesterday(Saturday). We were hoping to catch you there but had a great time anyway. The 2 year old had loved the treehouse! Awesome place and we loved going to the farmers market down the road and the food at paw paws was awesome too. We'll be back

Stoicism so underrated… we need stoic leaders in this country.

Great meditation to start the day- I love the concept of not caring about external acceptance and having your own internal scorecard.

So many choices I've lived by for years before I knew what stoicism even was! I am learning more about it now, and it is changing my life

Without studying Stoicism previously, after watching your video, I believe I follow a lot of the underlying principles. I always lead my life using common sense, gratitude, look after my mental/physical health, read, study, work hard, look after loved ones, serve others, etc. This helps me to strive to become my best version, strive for happiness through peace, joy and bliss 🙏🙏

I never realized why I am seeing improvements in my life and my choices until you mentioned these things. I still have plenty of room to improve, but I will admit that I am implementing many of these currently in my life without even realizing that I have been doing something good

@orionheartofmine

Жыл бұрын

X

This hit me hard and it was absolutely necessary 😊 I’ve been holding myself back because of the things I couldn’t control.

Ryan a big thank you from India for putting these videos out. You keep inspiring us with Stoic values daily.

I'm so glad I found both you and stoicism. My life is so much better. My friends have been able to share with me things that weigh them down, shame them, knowing I can listen and offer advice without judgment. We've all gotten closer. And my ego is a passenger, only.

I took a break from DS for a while and have recently come back. Finding your content getting better and better with each video, Ryan. Succinct, relevant guidance. We are benefitting from your years of "professional reading," thinking and distilling of Stoic wisdom. Thank you.

Love these stoic lessons, Ryan! Really help to kickstart the week or even the now. Just like what Marcus Aurelius said, "You could be good today instead, you choose tomorrow."

My favorite is we have to willing to look stupid because if we didn't, how we can learn a new stuff. Beautiful said Ryan, thank you.

When my spirits are low, I come back to this video, pick myself up and get going with my "chores". You give, that is the Stoics give, :) plenty of good advice. I appreciate all your videos and your personal takes that reflect on our times as well. Thank you.

Pray your bookstore is doing well, wish I was in your part of the country. Thank you for who you are and sharing yourself with us. I wanted you to know that TODAY!

Love this. Please keep putting this content. I listen daily and read mediations by Marcus Aurelius has been a game changer

I watch and learn from this channel every morning as part of my daily routine. The results have been awesome!

Love, love, love the work you're doing Ryan! Truly life changing!

"Treat yourself like you would treat someone you are taking care of." Jordan B. Peterson

@davipenha

2 жыл бұрын

This is really hard for someone who truly hates himself, but at least we can try to be a bit less harsh

@titsup4u

2 жыл бұрын

Petersen is a wise Human.

Ur a beautiful soul my man. Ur very appreciated, not by as many as u should be, but the ones that do are all in, quality over quantity.

The gift of life is in my possession at this very moment. Wow. Thank you for the confirmation that life is a gift.

“We are who we choose to be. Now choose!” -Green Goblin (An accidental stoic?!)

@captainpeakyflowers5605

2 жыл бұрын

Heck yea😂

@frog6054

2 жыл бұрын

I'm something of a stoic philosopher myself -green goblin

@bernardlesperance742

2 жыл бұрын

Only if it were so simple. Reminds me of Nancy Regan's admonition to "just say no to drugs." General stances and statements of this kind ignore how variegated human life and individuals are. As I said, it is not so simple ... thanks, at the very least, to the deep discrepancies between people's thoughts, impulses, and actions (both conscious and unconscious).

@frog6054

2 жыл бұрын

@@bernardlesperance742 Well, most of the quote you seen are just an oversimplified statements that we cannot apply at most of our situations but it inspires us, that all.

@woonicon3741

2 жыл бұрын

@@bernardlesperance742 Nowhere it is stated to be simple.

I appreciate you Mr. Holiday; every time I watch and listen, I'm rejuvenated with your inspiring words of wisdom. Thank you!

One of the greatest videos I’ve ever heard in my entire life. You’re heaven sent!

Control your emotions, not caring about what people think, is very difficult for me, but it's one of my hurdles I plan to conquer in 2023.

Thank you for sharing this Ryan. This resonated really powerfully with me. Brought tears to my eyes. What a gift the Stoics left us.

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

All of the Wisdom from the past is beautiful when discovered. I couldn't agree more.

This video makes me feel like I was putting out the bins at the same time as my neighbour and mentioned it was a nice day out, and now he's got me trapped in this conversation about some "just do it" philosophy that changed his life.

Thank-you Ryan holiday

I look forward to watching Ryan Holidays videos. This video in a nutshell covers everything an individual would need to be able to succeed in life I struggle with some of these topics on a daily basis. As Yoda says Do or Do Not there is No Try. Keep up the wonderful work you're an inspiration to us all!!!

Nice to include the physical health aspect of things as a sound mind can only be attained with a healthy body. One cannot function and think with their minds to the fullest of their potential when one’s body is weak and sickly.

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

James Allen said something like "a saint who does not wash his hands may as well not be a saint" in relation to taking care of ones body like they take care of their mind. Reminds me of that exactly.

I stopped worrying about my ex now im moving forward with my life

@fireblade8905

2 жыл бұрын

I'm now back with my ex

Epictetus: "Keep your intention pure. Emotions will try to distract you. So keep going. That’s the cure."

"you have to treat the body rigorously so it doesn't be disobedient to the mind"... I felt that. You can say decisions were made after that.

Got my book Ryan, reading it along side meditations

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

When i found this page I immediately went out and got two copies of meditations, one to highlight, and a nice copy to adorn my bookshelf.

@whoisthisguy1205

2 жыл бұрын

@@wisdomfromgreatmen8129 Yulp I’m building my collection as we speak

if you’re reading this and this video sparked a little motivation, don’t go look for another video like this, get your ass up and go do whatever you’ve been putting off!! Stay Up

I just bought your book The Obstacle Is The Way at your bookstore in Bastrop. I've been needing this kick in the butt for some time now. Every thing you are saying makes sense to me. Thanks.

What a life changing treasure you and this channel are! i just found you and my soul is being fed.

Omfg. I’ve followed you for some time but this video really punched me in the face like no other. Thank you for sir.

It's 11pm in India, I think I should start doing all the things from tomorrow. Rightt?

Amazing. I just watched this (and wrote notes) and it occurred to me: All my life, not knowing it, I've been a stoic! THANKS for unlocking this hidden treasure in me.

Really good ,common sense advice,I’ve done the last one to get physically better,it works ,7 yrs from now I’ll be 60 and hopefully physically prepared

My Uncle Ben was a stoic

@frankwhelan1715

2 жыл бұрын

Good to know.

"He who is everywhere is no where" - Seneca

@wisdomfromgreatmen8129

2 жыл бұрын

Even back then they realized you couldn't be everything to everyone. You wind up being nothing to no-one.

@picklep9812

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I needed to see that. It helped me make sense of certain energies

Your teachings are inspiring. I've taken it on, and my 2 children 11 & 12 are beginning by listening to 1 of your videos per day. Thank you!

One of the best videos on all of KZread. Thank you.

In summary: “get on with it”. Rather than wasting your time going through motivational videos. Ironic!

@draaneYT

2 жыл бұрын

Not only "get on with it" its got more practical info in 10 minutes than most 'motivational' videos. Stoicism is life changing

@greggulf7185

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not an advocate for the "expensive motivational seminars", however, sometimes videos like this are just what's needed. A kick in the arse..😉 quit whining and put some work in...Be better !

Could lose the soundtrack.

I have searched for things fundamental for most of my life, and am as lost as I have ever been, but the philosophy of the stoics has given me the ability and courage to face horrible things about myself and others and try to be better. Thank you so much for these wonderful videos ❤

Great leadin trailer for this sort powerful training. I am only halfway thru this training video and you do fantastic on choosing the key points and almost no filler or fluff. Thanks for your effort.

these ancients didn't have any understanding of the physical brain. ie. mental illness. depression, anxiety. You can't just will it away.

Hey buddy, I don't think anxiety is a choice.

Thanks Ryan! You're doing a fantastic job.

I stood up for someone. Let them in against my better judgement. Got attached and now they just discard after a PTSD related psychotic episode after we fought so many wars, against the man who hurt her and her kid and court battles for my daughter, i was changingso much ti fit hee i lost myself.. I was broken for 8 full days as she moved on. I needed your content 6 months ago.❤

I love your channel ! But, I hate the darn music ! I want to hear you ,not that over and over irritation! Sorry. Not trying to be mean . You do not need the music

@frankwhelan1715

2 жыл бұрын

Don't know why people do that,after all people giving a speech/lecture don't feel the need of a musical accomnement ,although you see it a lot in movies .

@Soapandwater6

2 жыл бұрын

👍 I was trying hard to focus on what he was saying and the music was making that difficult.

I come back to this video at least 1ce a week. Love it Ryan, thank you

You don't know how much this has healed my heart. 🥺💖

I think this is one of your best videos yet. Keep it up man. And thank you.

Gosh Ryan! You're the best teacher I've ever had! Wish I could have grasped these principles earlier in my life