The Daily Stoic The Hobby That Changed Ryan Holiday's Life
Sep 29, 2024
Ryan Holiday shares his transformative journey with swimming, highlighting its role in his travels and personal growth. He recounts thrilling swimming adventures and unique locations that blend work with passion. The invigorating ritual of swimming promotes mental clarity and discipline. Historical figures find inspiration in water, reinforcing the connection between swimming and mindfulness. The importance of embracing adventure and creating lasting memories through family activities shines through as they encourage stepping outside comfort zones.
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Travel for Swimming
- Ryan Holiday travels not just for work, but to explore swimming pools.
- He has incorporated swimming into his book tours, even planning international trips around unique pools.
Rekindled Love for Swimming
- Robert Greene introduced Holiday to the Los Angeles Athletic Club and its historic pool.
- This rekindled Holiday's love for swimming, leading him to seek out pools worldwide.
Swimming as Meditation
- Holiday finds that swimming offers a screen-free environment conducive to thinking.
- He has developed ideas for books and solved problems during swims.
