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Mentioned in 12 episodes
Painting as a pastime
Book • 1921
Winston Churchill's "Painting as a Pastime" is a reflection on the joys and benefits of painting as a hobby.
Written during a period of intense political pressure, the book reveals Churchill's personal approach to art and its therapeutic value.
He emphasizes the importance of finding creative outlets for stress relief and self-expression.
The book offers insights into Churchill's artistic process and his philosophy on life.
It serves as a testament to the power of creative pursuits in maintaining mental and emotional well-being.
Written during a period of intense political pressure, the book reveals Churchill's personal approach to art and its therapeutic value.
He emphasizes the importance of finding creative outlets for stress relief and self-expression.
The book offers insights into Churchill's artistic process and his philosophy on life.
It serves as a testament to the power of creative pursuits in maintaining mental and emotional well-being.
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Mentioned in 12 episodes
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Ryan Holiday in the context of Stoic philosophy and stress management; highlights Churchill's use of painting as a hobby to manage stress.
Ryan Holiday in the context of Stoic philosophy and stress management; highlights Churchill's use of painting as a hobby to manage stress.
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Beat the Sunday Scaries | 12 Proven Stoic Strategies For Stress Relief
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday in relation to his painting practice and its impact on his perception of the world.
Ryan Holiday in relation to his painting practice and its impact on his perception of the world.181 snips
What Marcus Learned From His Mother | 6 Stoic Lessons In Stillness
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday in relation to his own book, Stillness is the Key, and Churchill’s changed perspective on time and nature through painting.
Ryan Holiday in relation to his own book, Stillness is the Key, and Churchill’s changed perspective on time and nature through painting.89 snips
This is Something Ryan Holiday Is Forever Grateful For
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as an example of someone who had a hobby that helped them cope with stress.
Ryan Holiday as an example of someone who had a hobby that helped them cope with stress.
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Dr. Samantha Boardman on Turning Stress in Strength
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as an example of someone who used hobbies to cope with stress and improve their work.
Ryan Holiday as an example of someone who used hobbies to cope with stress and improve their work.34 snips
At All Costs, Keep This | M Financial Group Talk
Mentioned by Alex Pang as an example of someone who used painting as a form of 'deep play' to enhance creativity and productivity.
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How to Work Less and Get More Done with Alex Pang #118
Mentioned by John Lewis Gaddis as one of the best books to read on doing history and the discipline of fitting the depiction within the available frame.
546. The Intersection of Historical Consciousness and Strategic Thinking feat. John Lewis Gaddis
Mentioned by Winston Churchill as a reflection on the importance of having hobbies.
Little Happier: Some Words from Winston Churchill—Among Other Things, He Was a Terrific Writer
