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Courage Is Calling

Book • 2021

In 'Courage Is Calling', Ryan Holiday explores the virtue of courage through engaging stories about historic and contemporary leaders such as Florence Nightingale, Ulysses S. Grant, Abraham Lincoln, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The book breaks down the elements of fear, cowardice, bravery, and heroism, and shows how to conquer fear and practice courage in daily life.

Holiday also shares personal anecdotes, including his own experiences with courage and cowardice, to emphasize the importance of choosing to act courageously despite the presence of fear.

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Steven Bartlett

Mentioned in 112 episodes

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Ryan Holiday himself as part of a series of books.

You’re Not Lazy: How To Make Discipline Easy - Ryan Holiday

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Steven Bartlett in the episode introduction as one of

Ryan Holiday 's books.

The Discipline Expert: The 4 Surprising & Easy Habits ALL High Achievers Have! (Based On 2,000 Years Of Research) - Ryan Holiday

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Shane Parrish as

Ryan Holiday 's most recent book.

#128 Ryan Holiday: A Stoic Life

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Ryan Holiday as books that offer timeless Stoic wisdom.

How Ryan Holiday is Preparing For The Next Four Years

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Jocko Willink as a book exploring the concept of courage in various contexts.

394: Lessons from the Stoics. Discipline, Leadership, Life. With Ryan Holiday.

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David Perell as one of

Ryan Holiday ’s books that reached the New York Times bestseller list.

How to Write a Book Like Ryan Holiday

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Ryan Holiday as one of his favorite sections.

You’re Not Wasting Time, You’re Wasting Your Life | Rutger Bregman (PT. 2)

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Ryan Holiday when discussing a story about a situation at American Apparel.

You Must Avoid These Stains Too | How To Make The Right Decision (Even When It Will Cost You)

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Ryan Holiday as a book he wrote about courage.

Kevin Kelly On The Courage It Takes To Live Your Own Life

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Ryan Holiday as a book he wrote about courage.

Tim Ferriss On Generosity And Dealing With Difficult People (Pt 2)

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Ryan Holiday when discussing his writing process and the Stoic virtues.

Shane Parrish on Finding Clarity and Making Better Decisions (Pt 1)

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Ryan Holiday as the first book in his Virtue series.

The Stoic Disciplines of Perception, Action, and Will

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Ryan Holiday as part of the limited collector’s edition set.

Only The Wise Are Free | A Little Knowledge Is Dangerous

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Ryan Holiday as one of his books.

Ryan Holiday Reveals How Much Best Selling Authors Make, Crazy Peter Thiel Stories & More

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Ryan Holiday in relation to his own work and reflections on leadership.

Why Justice Is The Cornerstone Of The Stoic Virtues | Billy Oppenheimer (Pt. 2)

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Ryan Holiday as part of his virtue series.

The Four Stoic Virtues | Real-Life Role Models to Inspire You

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Mike Schmitz as a book previously covered on the podcast.

157: The Laws of Creativity by Joey Cofone

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Ryan Holiday as books that discuss Stoic virtues.

It’s Strange How Cowardly We Sometimes Are | We Are A Product of Our Habits

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Dave Asprey as one of his favorite authors, known for his prolific writing and insightful books on Stoicism and practical philosophy.

How to STOP Living in Fear and Find Your Purpose in Life | Ryan Holiday : 1236

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Joe Buleg as the next book they will discuss, focusing on overcoming fear.

129: The Extended Mind by Annie Murphy Paul

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