The Daily Stoic BONUS | 12 Stoic Lessons from The Odyssey
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Sep 23, 2025 Explore timeless wisdom from The Odyssey, where mentorship and perseverance intertwine. Discover how the sirens reflect modern temptations, urging us to stay committed like Odysseus. Dive into the lessons learned from his pacts and the importance of our experiences in shaping Stoic understanding. Ryan critiques the violence of Odysseus' return, highlighting the moral insights literature offers. Join for a captivating discussion that connects ancient tales to contemporary life through a Stoic lens.
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Mentors Shape Your Trajectory
- Mentors shape who we become and spare us costly trial-and-error learning.
- Ryan Holiday argues Athena as Mentor shows the value of learning from those ahead of us.
Hubris Costs Odysseus His Way Home
- Odysseus defeats Polyphemus then brags, revealing his identity.
- That boast brings Poseidon's wrath and delays his return for ten years.
The Journey Is The Lesson
- The journey matters more than arriving at Ithaca or any single goal.
- Ryan ties C.P. Cavafy's poem to Stoic acceptance of delays and growth on the way.
