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Mentioned in 16 episodes

Aesop's Fables

Book • 1848

Aesop's Fables are a collection of stories that have been passed down through oral tradition and later written down.

These fables feature animals and other elements that take on human characteristics to convey important moral lessons.

The stories cover a wide range of themes, including social, religious, and political issues, and have been used as ethical guides and educational tools for both children and adults.

The fables are known for their simplicity and the profound truths they convey, making them timeless and universally relevant.

Mentioned by

Thomas Chatterton Williams

Mentioned in 16 episodes

Mentioned by

Robert Greene

as an example of a writer whose fables he incorporated into his book on power.

Robert Greene: The Blueprint for a Killer Story | How I Write

Mentioned by

Sam Parr

as a source of classic fables that could be used to build a similar brand to Daily Stoic.

Business Brainstorm: AG1 For Dogs, Sexy Sweaty Startups & Luxury Newsletters

Mentioned by Jordan B. Peterson in the context of discussing the relationship between stories and moral codes.

Maps of Meaning 1, 2, & 3

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a source of moral lessons and stories.

The Problem Is Within You—And So Is The Solution | Ask Daily Stoic

Mentioned by

A.J. Hanenberg

as the source material for songs composed by Socrates.

Mentioned by

Bill Leikam

when explaining the slyness attributed to foxes.

Urocyonology (LITTLE GRAY FOXES) with Bill Leikam

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as one of Abraham Lincoln's two favorite books.

5 Timeless Parenting Lessons from Abraham Lincoln

Mentioned as the author of the fable about the hare who discovers her own strength when deserted by her farmyard friends.

Speaking to a professional storyteller about Shakespeare

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in the context of the human condition and the tension between boredom and anxiety.

Sebastian Junger on the Wonder of Existence and the Complexity of Freedom

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as an example of how Stoic principles were taught in the ancient world through stories.

You Can’t Get Your Dawns Back | Ask DS

Referenced by

Joe Devine

and

JJ Bull

in a discussion about the Manchester United Football Club and financial rules.

Madueke to Arsenal, Rashford to Barca & epic England

Mentioned by

Thomas Chatterton Williams

as a book his father used to encourage his love of reading.

Thomas Chatterton Williams on Reading, Practical Philosophy, and Embracing Contradiction | Approach Your Troubles Like Doctor

Mentioned by

Adam Minihan

as a helpful resource for children to understand allegory.

How to Read the Bible like St. Thomas Aquinas and Dante

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book that significantly influenced Abraham Lincoln's understanding of human nature.

It Made Him Great

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a collection of fables that have been teaching moral lessons for centuries.

It’s Been Like This A While

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as an example of classic children's literature.

Are You Helping Them Build Their Reading Muscles

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in the context of discussing the importance of character and its predictive power on life outcomes.

This Thing Predicts Everything

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in relation to a fable referenced by Marcus Aurelius.

Paul Skallas on the Lindy Effect and Standing the Test of Time | 'Normal' is the Enemy

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book read by Abraham Lincoln.

This Is A Secret To Wisdom (And Greatness)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in relation to a fable about two mice from different environments.

There’s a Reason We Tell These Stories

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