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Mentioned in 21 episodes

Seneca's Letters

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Seneca's 'Letters from a Stoic' is a collection of personal letters offering philosophical guidance and reflections on life.

Written to his friend Lucilius, these letters cover a wide range of topics, including virtue, happiness, death, and the importance of living in accordance with nature.

Seneca's writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex philosophical ideas understandable to a wider audience.

The letters provide practical advice and encouragement for navigating life's challenges and cultivating inner peace.

Their enduring relevance stems from their timeless wisdom and their focus on personal growth and self-improvement.

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Mentioned in 21 episodes

Mentioned by Shaan Puri when asked about podcasts that help fuel his life.
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Mentioned by Ryan Holiday for his essays on various topics, including the shortness of life and tranquility.
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Turn These Things Over | How 10 Years Of Studying Stoicism Changed Ryan Holiday's Life
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a source for the podcast episode.
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Seneca on Worldliness and Retirement
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday in the context of his own approach to Stoicism and making a difference.
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Where Does The Good Go? | The Sphere of Choice
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday when discussing Stoic wisdom and adding his own insights.
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These Make You Beautiful | Stake Your Claim
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday in the context of two approaches to life: laughter or tears.
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Scott Thompson on Epictetus and Approaching Life with Laughter
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as the source of a quote about having a witness to guide actions.
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Winning Isn’t As Fun As It Seems | Find Yourself a Cato
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday when discussing the importance of daily self-reflection and improvement.
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Everything Is A Kind Of Dying | A Little Better Every Day
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday when discussing Stoic philosophy and self-improvement.
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It’s All In How You See It | Judge Yourself Not Others
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday to illustrate the Stoic perspective on gratitude and contentment.
How To Change The World | Count Your Blessings
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as the source of a daily meditation on mortality.
Joy Even So (Part 2) | Pretend Today Is The End
Recommended by Atesh Atici for a book club focused on self-reflection and finding meaning in life.
A reason not to worry about wasting life
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as an excerpt from Tim Ferriss' audiobook edition.
Seneca on Conquering the Conqueror
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as the source of a passage read in the podcast.
The Only Thing New In The World | Pretend Today Is The End
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a book he rereads, highlighting its continued influence and new insights gained over time.
Why You Should Re-Read, Not Just Read Books

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