The Daily Stoic Beware Lost Footsteps
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Jan 14, 2026 The discussion emphasizes the importance of staying focused on personal goals. Ryan Holiday highlights how distractions from others can lead us off course. Drawing from Seneca's wisdom, he warns that crowded paths complicate our journey. The key takeaway is simple: look where you want to go and take it one step at a time. Keep moving forward, ignoring the distractions around you.
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Year-End Giving Tradition
- Ryan Holiday describes a family tradition of donating to highly effective charities using GiveWell at year-end.
- He and his family research effectiveness and sometimes get donation matches when giving through GiveWell.
People Often Derail Purpose
- Other people often act as distractions or triggers for envy rather than true obstacles to progress.
- The more you compare yourself to others, the likelier you are to lose your way and stray from purpose.
Keep Your Focus Forward
- Stay focused on your own path and keep moving forward one foot in front of the other.
- Ignore people crossing your path who distract or provoke envy and keep your eyes on your destination.