The Daily Stoic You Prove Stoicism WORKS | Listener Stories (BONUS)
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Sep 9, 2025 Emily Jaskowitz, a passionate listener, shares her transformative journey with Stoicism. She discusses how embracing Stoic principles redefined her notion of happiness, leading to personal growth. The conversation dives into the importance of emotional support and the shift from professional to personal fulfillment. They also explore Stoic parenting, emphasizing virtue over reactions. Jaskowitz's insights highlight how structure and discipline enable resilience in life's challenges, making Stoicism a valuable guide for everyday living.
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Life Transformed By Stoic Discovery
- Emily describes discovering Stoicism via a Daily Stoic entry and Ryan Holiday's work which reframed her goals and values.
- Over nine years she quit smoking and drinking, paid off $50k, earned a degree, married, bought a house, and found lasting inner calm.
Goodness Trumps Traditional Greatness
- Marcus Aurelius exemplifies seeking goodness over typical marks of power or pleasure.
- Ryan argues that true greatness comes from pursuing goodness rather than external success.
Lose Ego To See What Matters
- Letting go of ego clarifies what truly matters and alters life priorities toward relationships and meaningful daily routines.
- Removing ego lets intrinsic values replace praise, awards, and material pursuits.
