145 - Hold True

Finding Your Values and Holding True

The podcast episode discusses the importance of identifying and holding onto one's own values, despite societal pressures or the desire to fit in. It highlights the tendency for individuals to conform and the resulting feeling of inauthenticity. Emphasizing the wisdom of Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, the podcast encourages listeners to be clear about their own thinking and self-reflect on their values. The host shares a personal example of self-censorship and the realization that having and expressing one's own opinion is essential, even if it may lead to disagreements. To ensure consistency with personal values, the host suggests creating a list of core values, such as self-respect, compassion, openness, growth, and leadership, with corresponding questions to assess alignment with those principles.