11 Harsh Stoic Truths To Improve Your Life

11 Harsh Stoic Truths To Improve Your Life - Ryan Holiday

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Ryan Holiday is a podcaster, marketer and an author.
Over 2,000 years ago, the Stoics identified the timeless challenges that would affect both men and women. Thanks to Ryan’s work, this philosophy now thrives in a modern context, providing a framework for anyone seeking a more virtuous life.
Expect to learn why Ryan doesn’t talk about the projects he’s working on before finishing them, if Ryan agrees that competition is for losers, why self-belief is overrated, What Ryan’s morning routine and a typical day looks like for him, why Broicism has found a new life after Stoicism, how to take responsibility for yourself vs. other people and much more...
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00:00 Talking Vs Doing
05:34 Run a Race With Yourself
11:19 Life-Changing Decisions Are Never Simple
20:13 The Value of Going Through Difficulty
29:40 Be Quiet, Work Hard & Stay Healthy
40:00 Be Clear on What Success Is
55:48 Stop Wanting Things to Be Easy
1:03:02 Self-Improvement as a Parent
1:12:07 Is Justice the Most Important Virtue?
1:22:40 Why Gandhi Was Such a Genius
1:32:04 How Marcus Aurelius Kept His Integrity
1:44:34 How to Know If You’re Doing the Right Thing
1:55:20 The Rise of Stoicism Among Young Men
2:05:32 Where to Find Ryan
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@ChrisWillx Ай бұрын

Hello you savages. Get up to 32% discount on the best supplements from Momentous at livemomentous.com/modernwisdom Get 20% discount on Nomatic’s amazing luggage at nomatic.com/modernwisdom (use code MODERNWISDOM) Get 5 Free Travel Packs, Free Liquid Vitamin D and more from AG1 at drinkag1.com/wisdom Here’s the timestamps: 00:00 Talking Vs Doing 05:34 Run a Race With Yourself 11:19 Life-Changing Decisions Are Never Simple 20:13 The Value of Going Through Difficulty 29:40 Be Quiet, Work Hard & Stay Healthy 40:00 Be Clear on What Success Is 55:48 Stop Wanting Things to Be Easy 1:03:02 Self-Improvement as a Parent 1:12:07 Is Justice the Most Important Virtue? 1:22:40 Why Gandhi Was Such a Genius 1:32:04 How Marcus Aurelius Kept His Integrity 1:44:34 How to Know If You’re Doing the Right Thing 1:55:20 The Rise of Stoicism Among Young Men 2:05:32 Where to Find Ryan

@simmojb Ай бұрын

"Stoicism isn't there to make you a better sociopath" is something more people need to hear. Great episode. Bravo Gentlemen!

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

Absolutely, understanding that stoicism isn’t about becoming detached or indifferent is crucial. It’s about managing our reactions and emotions to lead a more rational and peaceful life, not about suppressing empathy or becoming cold-hearted. Stoicism encourages us to recognize our interdependence with others and to act with virtue and kindness. The philosophy’s true power lies in its ability to foster resilience and inner strength, while still allowing for compassion and human connection. This episode indeed highlighted the essence of stoicism beautifully.

@BlackSailPass_GuitarCovers Ай бұрын

Abandoning a project before completion because I've already worked it out in my head - definitely guilty of that sometimes. The rewarding part is often the creation of a vision.

@lucasstarbuck6797 Ай бұрын

This is the majority of my life. I gather all the things and obsess over the process. Once I have everything and understand it…I stop. I rarely do the thing.

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

It's fascinating how the mind can sometimes trick us into feeling accomplished before we’ve even finished a project. Visualizing the outcome is an essential part of the creative process, but translating that vision into reality is where the true satisfaction lies. It’s a reminder that the journey, with all its challenges and learning experiences, is just as rewarding as the final result. Staying committed to the process, even after the initial excitement fades, is what separates a fleeting idea from a lasting creation.

@BlackSailPass_GuitarCovers Ай бұрын

@@CibitiPro Well said.

@TheMeeelting Ай бұрын

Hey Chris having a child was something I did kind of late and it fills me with regret. I want more kids but I'm in a wonderful, loving relationship now where we can't have more kids. I dont think you should put it off. I know you have a list of stuff you want to do, but, that list changes when you have a child, and it makes your prior prioritizations pale in comparison. Something I didnt think of before I had my child, was how much i want to spend time with her when shes an adult. Just hanging out, talking about life, and helping her out. And since Im a bit older, I'll see less of her in my life than I want now. That keeps me up at night. I'd be a less good and stable parent 10 years ago, but I'd still have been more than good enough as a parent. So I can only speak for myself, but I think those years you gain with your kid might be worth more than a todo list might be, especially as your wants change when you become a parent. Anyway, just my two cents, you do you.

@laurahano2587 Ай бұрын

Agreed. I have one child I had at 22. It came with challenges so I prioritized her. I almost died when she was a toddler. I was never promised any amount of time with her. Now at 32 I want more of this wonderful family. I look forward to grandbabies. I am afraid of the guilt I might have if I don't see grandbabies. My 18 year old self would not understand the transformation I've been through. I am so grateful for my 22 year old self who was fully terrified of pregnancy but followed through, creating a wonderful family. If this is all I get, this has still been a wonderful ride. Congratulations on your family, too.

@TheMeeelting Ай бұрын

@@laurahano2587 Thanks

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

Your reflections on parenthood are deeply moving. The shift in priorities and the unexpected depth of the desire to share more time with your child are poignant reminders of the profound impact children have on our lives. Balancing personal goals with the immeasurable joy and responsibilities of parenthood can be challenging, but the time spent nurturing those relationships is invaluable. Your insights highlight the importance of considering the long-term emotional connections and shared experiences that come with raising a child. Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt perspective.

@XxDrAgOnXSwAgxX 27 күн бұрын

Great comment!

@Thacarshee Ай бұрын

Months ago I was being murdered inside my head, I had to fake a laugh and work day in and out, I found stoicism when I was 16 and I just stopped, again I found it from Ryan, Today all my anxiety and problems are not bothering me because it's not in my control. These men are a blessing, I will make another man's day as well. because knowledge is beautiful when shared.

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

Your story is a powerful testament to the transformative power of stoicism. Finding peace by accepting what is beyond your control is a significant step towards managing anxiety and inner turmoil. The philosophy’s emphasis on focusing on what we can change and letting go of what we can't is liberating. Sharing this knowledge and helping others find the same peace is indeed a beautiful act. Your journey underscores how ancient wisdom can offer practical solutions to modern struggles, making life’s challenges more bearable and meaningful.

@Beuzer0 Ай бұрын

I used to talk a lot about my intentions: "I want to do this", "I should do that". And barely do anything after. This year, I decided to stop talking and act in silence instead. It's hard. There are some projects, as I start working on them I feel the urge to talk about it to someone. I have to resist to this urge if I want to continue. The urge also comes once I take a break or I've done my daily part. I still felt the need to share my projects to a few people, but only a minority. Some don't know what I am working on and this is great. I still say sometimes that I am working on something and will reveal it to them when the time is right. But I honestly wish I could just say NOTHING! I am as well convinced that talking depletes your energy for action. The less you care about people's opinion and aknowledgement, the better you can achieve what you want. And keeping some mystery around yourself makes you more powerful and interesting as a person.

@charlesrobert4146 Ай бұрын

I completely relate to this message. I recently came across a quote that perfectly encapsulates it: 'Avoid the false dopamine hit of telling your goals to others.'

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

The discipline of acting in silence and resisting the urge to seek external validation is incredibly powerful. It’s true that talking about our plans can sometimes dissipate the energy needed to actualize them. By keeping our goals private and focusing on the work itself, we can harness our inner drive more effectively. This approach not only protects our energy but also adds a layer of mystery and personal satisfaction to our accomplishments. Your experience highlights the importance of introspection and the quiet strength that comes from self-reliance and perseverance.

@dsword331 Ай бұрын

What a gift this episode has been. The opportunity to indulge and listening to these two amazing men has been an added learning path in my sacred journey of my own life experiences. I commend you both for the courage, the confidence of self belief in your share of wisdom and offering the steps of added knowledge for us all. I am just me a 70-year-old soul living the life of gratefulness for always allowing my heart to be open to learning that only adds to the experiences that my years have already gifted me with. When the death of my heart and soul, thank you, and please continue on paving the way for Hope energy of life, which is so much needed as we transition through this world in each of our journeys….🦋💕🦋

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

Your words beautifully capture the essence of lifelong learning and gratitude. Embracing each experience with an open heart and a willingness to learn transforms every moment into a valuable lesson. Your appreciation for the shared wisdom and the hope it brings is truly inspiring. It’s a reminder that wisdom grows with age and that keeping an open heart allows us to continually enrich our lives. Your journey underscores the importance of gratitude and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, no matter where we are in life.

@aaronlangevin322 Ай бұрын

"show up every single day and not get any recognition or appreciation for a thing" bro attacking my whole career experience.

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

Your comment captures a common frustration many face in their careers. Showing up every day without recognition can be incredibly disheartening. However, it’s often in these unrecognized moments that we build the most resilience and character. Finding personal satisfaction in the effort and knowing that our contributions matter, even if unnoticed, can provide a sense of fulfillment. It’s a reminder that our worth isn’t solely defined by external validation, but also by our internal sense of purpose and commitment.

@producedbypodcast Ай бұрын

This is the dream episode. Can't wait for Ryan's new book. Thanks, Chris!

@TheMuscleArchitect Ай бұрын

Ryan hit the nail on the head when he spoke about Green lights, you don't ACTUALLY want everything to go right. Reminded me of Matthew Mcconaughey's book (would be an incredible podcast guest) I resonate so much with that anxiety around control, routine, discipline as those have generally been the factors that have produced the most success for me, in fitness, in business, with mental health. But recently, relaxing in to the moment, dropping the schedule and appreciating small things from time to time has brought me so much peace, and have been the happiest moments of my life.

@monsieurene3366 Ай бұрын

Ryan did a podcast with Matthew :)

@TheMuscleArchitect Ай бұрын

Awesome, I'll have to check that out

@SamBarrass Ай бұрын

Fantastic book greenlights. Very readable and fun from start to finish.

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

Balancing control and spontaneity is indeed a nuanced approach to life. While discipline and routine can drive success, allowing ourselves to relax and appreciate the present moment brings a profound sense of peace. This balance between structure and flexibility can lead to a more fulfilling and happy life. Your reflection on this dynamic highlights the importance of adaptability and the joy found in small, unplanned moments. It’s a reminder that while goals and routines are important, so is the ability to embrace life’s unpredictability with gratitude and grace.

@karlmeaden6868 Ай бұрын

I attended the show in Manchester, it was fantastic. I got so much from it, wasn't able to detect an ounce of self-doubt coming across from Chris. He was brilliant, just goes to show even when you're projecting brilliance you can still be susceptible to the negative voices within. A great example that you're own internal dialogue doesn't always reflect reality. Push through.

@arshaddahlan Ай бұрын

Definitely agree with this. I really struggle with this being diagnosed with depression and being anxious

@karlmeaden6868 Ай бұрын

@@arshaddahlan I hear you mate, same here as well. Got to tame the black dog.

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

It’s incredible how confidence and self-doubt can coexist within us. Chris’s example shows that even the most outwardly confident people can struggle internally, yet still project strength and brilliance. This duality is a powerful reminder that our internal dialogue doesn’t always reflect reality. Pushing through self-doubt and continuing to show up is an act of courage that can inspire others. Your experience at the show highlights the importance of perseverance and the impact of projecting positivity and confidence, even amidst personal challenges.

@mrjoecurr6147 Ай бұрын

Ryan's books have been incredibly helpful & entertaining in my recent life. Cheers mate, your work has done alot for me

@grahamvandyke Ай бұрын

I'm nearing the end of the podcast and was just thinking "Wow, I really like this guy, he doesn't come across as preachy and seems 100% genuine" and then realized he talked about being someone who didn't come across as a person who would screw things up and having a general air of feeling good to be around. And he succeeded.

@CibitiPro Ай бұрын

Your observation about the genuine and non-preachy nature of the speaker is a testament to the power of authenticity. When someone speaks from a place of sincerity and lived experience, it resonates deeply with the audience. This authenticity creates a connection that is both engaging and impactful. Your appreciation for this quality underscores the value of genuine communication and the positive influence it can have on listeners. It’s a reminder that being true to oneself not only enriches our own lives but also those of others who hear our message.

@joblogs4001 27 күн бұрын

nice to hear Ryan hasn't got it all sorted and is working on things and doing therapy, that is so good to hear, he's not superhuman afterall

@gsav1320 Ай бұрын

I’m not that religious but I’ve been reading he Bible in the past 6-8 months and this entire conversation was DEEPLY biblical. Everything stated is a biblical ideology, demonstrates that these issues are universal overtime and culture

@lucasstarbuck6797 Ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Morality doesn’t exist without God, otherwise it’s just your opinion vs mine.

@billjohnson1094 28 күн бұрын

Chris, you said something about not yet being ready to be a father. Thinking like this is part of the reason why I'm a 66 year old married man without children. You'll never really be ready. Waiting means you will have less time with your children, if you have them.

@NoahHenning-wv9kj Ай бұрын

So cool to see Ryan on here, I’ve been following him for a while now and visited his bookshop in Bastrop Texas just to get a signed book. Thanks for making this conversation happen!

@MrSeebass89 Ай бұрын

Great stuff! Haven’t listened to Ryan in a while, and I really appreciate this, Chris

@sylvesterblue Ай бұрын

I really love how Ryan explores below the line virtues in this converstion

@jamessmith5748 Ай бұрын

Guys, thank you a lot for your podcasts! You really help me to develop my English skills. So many interesting topics...

@shanepayne9439 2 күн бұрын

56minutes. Life just came together. Thank you.. infinitely

@DukeOfAllPixels Ай бұрын

Ryan has introduced me to stoicism and I will be forever 🙏

@zacksymes Ай бұрын

“Hidden verses observable metrics” - love that phrasing.

@_N0_0ne 22 күн бұрын

🌊Thank you both🌊

@HMuny55 Ай бұрын

0:33 taking an idea or project on credit is a perfect way of thinking about talking about unfinished work.

@Tru_Balance Ай бұрын

@42:30 I recall a story from Robert Kyosaki about becoming a New York Times Best Seller. Not best writer. Not best author. Best SELLER. Nothing wrong with setting a goal based on sales or earnings rather than pursuit of literary fame.

@BG-nl3hy Ай бұрын

So glad you guys picked up and talked about the impact that having a kid will have on you in a retrospective kinda way.... thought about this for years before having one... helps u get back in touch with the kid inside u... the cycle goes on

@ro2929 Ай бұрын

Wayne Gretsky- good and great! Fun new list for you to make , Chris! Interview question name one person who is good and great.

@suveertatineni3464 Ай бұрын

Chris, Grab an interventional radiologist to talk about men’s health. Cancer, varicoceles, embolization, thyroid, etc…. U of Texas probably has a very good IR division right next to you.

@mTaR36S Ай бұрын

Loved this episode !

@MereMortalsBookReviews Ай бұрын

A timely podcast, what with the new book from Ryan but personally reading some of his older work and thinking of re-reading the real good stuff from obstacle is the way etc. Appreciate the energy and conversation here.

@whirloffire Ай бұрын

46:22 as a parent of a 17 year old nothing you do is understood as encouragement, no encouragement is received I have told my child that I am proud of him yet it is not believed. Every small criticism is Amplified. I now realize that I did the same thing to my father and see it when I hear stories of others where I know both the child and the parent. Our fictional tales often cast the father in a bad light Yet the role of the father is to prepare their child for the real world, where criticisms will come from many directions The difference in the father is those criticisms Come From Love and I wish to make a resilient kid

@flowmovementtherapy2096 Ай бұрын

On living up to your parents' expectations: 'The best day of my life was the day you were born'....and it was all downhill from there....?

@ZakBellinger Ай бұрын

That quote on loneliness as a tax is God tier.

@michaelsherman8550 Ай бұрын

Can anyone tell me at what point in this episode Ryan talks about the "important-o-meter"?

@Beau321 Ай бұрын

Self belief is not a bad thing. Knowing your abilities and competence based on past achievements and goals attained. Self doubt is crippling. There’s a spectrum of self doubt, knowing yourself, self belief and healthy psychopathy. I’m aware that the “pathy” in psychopathy is meant bad. A well balanced person can be a empath but can switch to psychopathy. Spectrum. The benefits of empathy is that you can connect, contrary, the benefits of psychopathy is not attaching to others problems. Spectrum.

@sandunrajapurage6493 Ай бұрын

Love this man and his wisdom

@monicabroniecki7624 Ай бұрын

Tall poppy syndrome is alive and well in Australia too.

@bennywright12 Ай бұрын

I have a little theory that's not based on any evidence or anything; it's just something I've been pondering myself. I believe one of the reasons there are so many people with ADHD who are business owners is because merely discussing an idea doesn't provide them with enough dopamine. They really need to undertake something significant to get their dopamine hits, which means taking big risks is the only way to obtain any sort of dopamine from their brain. Essentially, dopamine hits become harder to achieve when you have ADHD, so I imagine they can't just stop at talking about an idea; they actually need to be out there, risking it all, to get the dopamine they desire.

@laurahano2587 Ай бұрын

Agreed. I'm a hyperactive person who is a multitasker. I create projects to complete that amaze others. I have two or three jobs at a time because I need to stay busy. Put me at a desk with nothing to do and my mind will take itself apart. A three day vacation makes me unravel. Some are wired to be work horses and if I didn't embrace that about myself, I'd fall into addiction. I wonder if that's why so many of my hyperactive classmates died of overdose. We run at high speed whether its partying or working.

@StickandStonesProductions Ай бұрын

Love this guy.

@user-ly1kg8wl6z 14 күн бұрын

What Churchill book is Ryan referencing in this in this interview ? About him talking to his son ?

@mandlenkosimafu5624 Ай бұрын

The best reason I have heard to be a good person is that life is a series of games and if you don't play in one you may not be invited to play the other games with the the others

@whirloffire Ай бұрын

1:08 7 years old is literally The Sweet Spot. It is beautiful. It is easy to be idealistic at that age. All of the hardness of parenting is after that. It is arguably harder than the first few years where your sleep deprived. Every boundary will be pushed enjoy seven 11 to 18 Everything Changes

@johnnix2168 11 күн бұрын

I believe in cause and effect. But don’t if I agree totally with your perspective!? Everyone is very much different. Behavior is so nuanced. Nothing is ever so blatantly black and white.

@laurabaker5376 Ай бұрын

I really loved the direction that you have taken modern wisdom and what you have done with it. I enjoy all of the episodes that I listen to. Would love to see live you in Winnipeg Canada Chris 😊

@MereMortalsBookReviews Ай бұрын

Also - Chris nice shoes for this conversation. on point.

@whirloffire Ай бұрын

1:08 is 7 years old is literally The Sweet Spot it is beautiful an easy to be idealistic all of the hardness of parenting is after that very much so harder than the first few years where your sleep deprived every boundary will be pushed enjoy seven

@IAmSamilRaza 11 күн бұрын

I felt like the starting two lessons were about me😂

@Totywe 5 күн бұрын

39:14 It seems that Chris is talking about Hamza Ahmed

@Jmaccxx Ай бұрын

Chris has collected some quotes??? 😮Never in the world!

@rossjbolla 21 күн бұрын

I have the same socks that Chris is wearing...

@manaahmed5125 Ай бұрын

Zynachino lip pillow and cold brew im ready

@sprocastersprocaster Ай бұрын

cracked out

@saikimayu Ай бұрын

That combo is literally harder to quit than actual crack. I've quit all hard drugs but I simply cannot escape the stranglehold that the zyn/coldbrew combo has on my brain.

@skywalkerq81 Ай бұрын

54:00 Messi is absolutely that way

@user-dh8sg8ur5e 16 күн бұрын

Food for Thought -- You are what you eat & You are dyed the color of your thoughts.... Be aware of Both.

@diversitygenerator4613 Ай бұрын

46:14 "It's an incredibly powerful motivator to not feel that way. It's also an incredibly tragic motivator. And, and ultimately a destructive form of fuel. Fuel that destroys the engine. It's a one-way trip. You can't come back from it. You can't adjust. And it ruins all the things you end up achieving" - Holliday "In OTHER News: " Live Momentous is the shit! They pay for this spot! Maybe I use them maybe I don't, wouldn't you like to know. Buy them, try them, if you do maybe I'll tell you all of my secrets. Hahahaha! Talk about a hard transition! :)

@jasongravely7217 Ай бұрын

@36:22 nooo way I didn’t know any drummer could be any less narcissistic than any…thing? ❤jk I love drummers

@DrEvil-hu1fi Ай бұрын

Using a scale of Fk yes or Fk no is like basing emotions on a scale of fear vs love: like in Donnie Darko. There is SO much more than that.

@peripheralparadox4218 Ай бұрын

I was just thinking he looks a bit like Jake.

@The-Illuminator-m5l Ай бұрын

Competing with yourself or others all ends in the same void of insignificance, where being successful and its promise of fulfillment is just another lie we tell ourselves in this empty existence.

@blackpillfitness9136 Ай бұрын

Having success to me is mainly just about meeting my needs and getting rid of any anxiety i may have about health, relationships, and finances. You dont have to chase rolex watches and lambos. That shit should only be considered if you are insanely passionate about it or its easily within your grasp and wont negatively affect your financial well being.

@saughs Ай бұрын

Username checks out 😆

@nottomclancy2439 Ай бұрын

Get over your Nihilism. It's for kids.

@The-Illuminator-m5l Ай бұрын

@@nottomclancy2439 You think it’s for kids, because you can’t seem to comprehend mature acknowledgment of life’s inherent uncertainties and complexities. It’s about understanding the reality we live in.

@The-Illuminator-m5l Ай бұрын

@@saughs even usernames reflect the absurdity of existence.

@StoicSoul. 13 күн бұрын

"It is not events that disturb people, it is their judgments concerning them." - Marcus Aurelius ❤❤

@Lennyviews_official Ай бұрын

Got to love everybody, we are all in this game together for time being, we’re all gonna die one day❤

@peripheralparadox4218 Ай бұрын

Love everybody?

@chrismullin8304 Ай бұрын

38:00 explains Edward Bernays attitude towards humans.

@ryanmbricker 29 күн бұрын

Stoicism 🤜🏻🤛🏻😇

@luisladino6162 Ай бұрын

❤❤❤

@craigsteelx Ай бұрын

“Lions” lol

@totallynorthofanywhere3910 7 күн бұрын

Hey buddy what did you say about the jab?

@ilikesnow Ай бұрын

The lightsabers are pretty cool.

@peterkunley Ай бұрын

40:02 I love your channel and your audience, I'm gonna comment on ALL your videos for years until I reach your level of subscribers.

@keisesan Ай бұрын

Wait did he just bashed on Huaberman? 🤔

@lillabenak8802 Ай бұрын

Wow. First one, he is describing motherhood :D with one single change, there is not just a lack of recognition, but a whole lot of scrutiny along the way!

@schpooner Ай бұрын

@1:09:35 you say "If you're millennial...your parents and you come from different universes...and they didn't have the tools to be able to do this stuff (make changes/reduce generational trauma). It ends here, this is the end." I don't really subscribe to the idea that they didn't have tools and somehow we do. I never took therapy til I was 42..so that wasn't a tool I used to make changes. What I did tho was analyze... And problem solve... Practice "we do better when we know better, and constantly strive to do better." Are you telling me that my parents didn't have the ability to look at information/experiences and think.. hmmm.. this could be better/there's something wrong here/why is this experience happing and what other options are there? That's BS. I understand the idea and concept, but I'm ending the generational trauma because I hated it for myself and I choose not to pass it on to my child. If you're telling me that parents and past generations had no ability to do or choose better...I'm calling BS. But in the same breath, I do look at my parents w sympathy and empathy and think... Man, that was pretty sh*tty what they had to experience... It was also sh*tty what I had to experience. So what's the difference? People all the sudden grew a different part of the brain that didn't exist prior? I have empathy, but they don't get a pass... And neither do I. It's a constant effort to improve, grow and do better from past and from present. No one gets excluded from taking on that task. Sorry.. I don't believe that.

@ro2929 Ай бұрын

Ryan could consider not saying “look” or “right” so it’s less of a pontificating feel.

@polysaturated Ай бұрын

„Right“ is just a British thing

@xXtdudeXx92 Ай бұрын

You lost me at the end of the Churchill part. I guarantee that father’s note was what pushed him to such heights. Chasing his father’s approval until he was large enough he didn’t need to. A parents role is to make sure their children succeed. Not to coddle them.

@lucasstarbuck6797 Ай бұрын

Being an absent parent is hateful and loving your child is not coddling.

@ghgghhggghhh Ай бұрын

Google Ryan Holiday early life

@nottomclancy2439 Ай бұрын

and?

@Tim18 Ай бұрын

Jewish?

@xDannyDLx8 Ай бұрын

Wonder if he’s talking bout Robert Greene in the beginning

@Beuzer0 Ай бұрын

39:12 - Doesn't it sound like the guy told lies just to get views and money and had to stop before his reputation got ruined? Idk I find this blurry.

@bennettparsons4155 Ай бұрын

Feel like he is talking about Hamza

@edmundguerrero2640 Ай бұрын

This is a very deep, deep A.I Technology in action, I hope to see chris having conversation with Dr. Martin Luther King, Gandhi, Churchill and other great Leaders of the century

@amendoza0824 11 күн бұрын

"I can handle anything because I've handled everything up until this point" 🤯 Ryan Holiday

@danielallen4533 Ай бұрын

Disagree with his marathon apology at the start. Training for a marathon is much harder than doing one.

@RealActualNews Ай бұрын

Truman didn’t need to drop all those nukes… He wanted to

@ExecutiveZombie Ай бұрын

Chris Cross Socks will make you JUMP JUMP! 🤨😂

@ExecutiveZombie Ай бұрын

Camouflage? 💩 Surprise. Surprise… A Geek. 🙀

@7wakyjake Ай бұрын

Make Earnestness Great Again... Thanks, Gents!

@laurahano2587 Ай бұрын

Regarding knowing which mountains to climb, I think there's a way of knowing what not to climb. Look to others who climbed the mountain first, do you want what they have? Broken family? No family? Travelling holidays and missing birthdays?If you can identify the poison you can decide if you're willing to pay that price.

@saikimayu Ай бұрын

I like to use different pseudonyms for all creative works. If I fail, it doesn't follow me. If I succeed, I can't rely on riding the coattails of that success. Every project is starting from total zero, at least as far as reputation. I think this forces me to be very comfortable in that zone. You can work with a lot more confidence when it's just assumed every time that you're building up from nothing; there is no temptation to lean on past successes because that's not an option. It's also very surreal when someone recommends you a work they found valuable...and it's yours. I never tell them I made it though; I like having all of that totally disentangled from my "real" life.

@dayindayout-cm8is Ай бұрын

Sam altmans brother

@fox39forever Ай бұрын

Jimmy Carr is "charming"? (*scratches head*)

@sdknmasgdfdg 15 күн бұрын

This comment section is a shame and makes Ryan all the more credible + most of you are uneducated. Ego is the enemy. The only thing you should be extrapolating from this man is the truth. It's mind-blowing to see this fresh forum get plagued so quickly. Ryan, I'm sorry for ya brother!

@Warrenkee Ай бұрын

Leave the mid podcast advertising if you want to be one of the top podcasts

@Icarianbrother Ай бұрын

Ryan Holiday- "Young people get upset about stuff and they're like let's protest, because the civil rights movement was based on protests." Students aren't protesting just to protest. They are protesting against a genocide which our government is enabling. Does he really not understand that?

@lucasstarbuck6797 Ай бұрын

You missed the point entirely. Go back and listen again, but leave your bias behind this time.

@Icarianbrother Ай бұрын

@@lucasstarbuck6797 I gave you his exact quote. You gave me your opinion based on your feelings.

@RCzoneshop1 Ай бұрын

@@IcarianbrotherYou missed the point buddy

@Icarianbrother Ай бұрын

@@RCzoneshop1 I gave you his exact quote. That's a fact and you gave me your opinion based on your feelings. Thanks for sharing your feelings. John Adams- “Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.”

@Philusteen Ай бұрын

I implore anyone watching this - or anyone eho thinks "stoicism is grear" - to go to the channel Then & Now and watch his great piece called "Stoicism's Major Flaw. " There are some good (but not unique) learnings from stoic teachings, but for the most part its a slave philosophy that society has outgrown. Trouble is, people today love to talk about it in stoic-lite terms without really learning that there are better ways to live more fully and be more in control than what stoicism has to offer.

@Matthiass721 Ай бұрын

Can you provide an example of these “ways to live more fully and be in more control than stoicism has to offer?” Don’t think I’ve ever seen a branch of philosophy which provides a better individual grounding for self control and self determination and I’ve read quite a lot.

@spiralsun1 Ай бұрын

This guy assumes a lot… I’ve been a runner my whole life and never once has anyone passing me ever given me motivation to run harder or beat them in any way it’s like you’re an alien. Also, i literally never think about myself, I DO need reminders to think selfishly. It’s neither intrinsic nor built in. Theres such a thing as “neurodivergence” and also other people can see differently. Wildly differently sometimes. Some people would lose on purpose because they know how important it is to someone else for example. Just look up the various personality types and read about them. You will be amazed how different they are. 😊❤ That’s my one helpful contribution. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and ideas!!!❤

@KingHill0005 Ай бұрын

The statement that i need to think selfishly is a selfish statement

@spiralsun1 Ай бұрын

@@KingHill0005 your singular interpretation is selfish 😂🤷‍♀️

@KingHill0005 Ай бұрын

@@spiralsun1 I am selfish I agree

@AberrantArt Ай бұрын

What's the stuff on his upper lip???

@blakehamid9923 Ай бұрын

In a conversation all about justice with many references made to historical events and examples of resistance against occupation and oppression, it seemed a bit odd that not a single mention was made to a horrific genocide occurring in real time. Not implying they need to take a stand on the issue but to just completely evade the topic is quite revealing of how divorced from reality these conversations tend to be.

@sarahsavesit Ай бұрын

Chris looking JACKED in tube socks and a t shirt

@j.l.w9563 Ай бұрын

Sarah dropping in with an important philosophical point.

@Trentlive. Ай бұрын

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@Secretname951 Ай бұрын

I was enjoying this until the anglophobia.

@TR3V4130 Ай бұрын

Stoic concepts from anyone but Ryan please. His pretentious attitude is unappealing.

@malcombowser4335 Ай бұрын

lol very unserious comment. There’s no way you read his books or watch his content to come to this conclusion. I’d her perfect? Nope. Do I agree with everything? Absolutely not but to say he’s pretentious is funny

@rockrecordreport7136 Ай бұрын

@@malcombowser4335 He is just a bit. I had to unsub after a while. But he's far from bad and I still would listen to him. He's a tad pretentious.

@anus_presley Ай бұрын

This guy is a complete grifter

@petehaglund8840 Ай бұрын

He’s a highly successful writer.

@rubyrage8598 Ай бұрын

8th comment 🤷‍♂️

@betweenworlds4869 Ай бұрын

Please, universe, give me the confidence of a white man who thinks he can teach the world about ancient philosophy, despite having no educational background in it; who believes he can educate society on fatherhood, while still raising his own children.