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Brigid Delaney’s Life Changing Year of Living Like a Stoic

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Oct 2, 2024

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Brigid Delaney

Brigid Delaney, an Australian writer known for her books on Stoicism and wellness, shares her transformative journey of living like a Stoic during chaotic times. She discusses the practical applications of ancient wisdom in modern life and debunks myths about Stoicism being male-centric. Delaney reflects on managing anger, the importance of compassion, and the relevance of Stoicism in promoting social justice. Her insights illuminate how this philosophy can help navigate emotional challenges while fostering resilience and understanding.

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INSIGHT

Stoicism is Journaling

Stoicism and journaling are deeply intertwined practices.
Journaling is essential for practicing Stoicism, providing a space for reflection and self-improvement.

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ADVICE

Stoicism as Practice

Stoicism, like Catholicism, is a continuous practice, not a one-time achievement.
Incorporate repetition into your Stoic practice, consistently revisiting core principles.

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ANECDOTE

Seneca's Materialism

Seneca, despite his philosophical teachings, displayed materialism, owning vineyards and summer houses.
This contradiction raises questions about aligning philosophical ideals with material possessions.

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In 'Wellmania', Brigid Delaney embarks on a journey to explore the wellness industry by testing numerous trends herself, from extreme fasting to meditation and yoga. The book offers a candid and entertaining critique of the wellness culture, questioning its effectiveness and societal implications. Delaney's experiences span multiple continents, including participation in silent retreats and group psychotherapy, all while reflecting on the broader cultural context of wellness.

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The therapy of desire

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Reasons Not to Worry

Brigid Delaney

In 'Reasons Not to Worry', Brigid Delaney shares her journey of applying Stoic principles to modern life, drawing on the wisdom of Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius. The book offers practical advice on how to regain agency and find inner peace by embracing Stoic virtues like self-discipline and moderation.

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The obstacle is the way

Ryan Holiday

In 'The Obstacle Is the Way', Ryan Holiday presents a framework for turning obstacles into successes. Drawing from the philosophy of Stoicism and the writings of Marcus Aurelius, Holiday outlines three disciplines: perception, action, and will. He illustrates these principles with historical anecdotes from figures such as John D. Rockefeller, Amelia Earhart, Ulysses S. Grant, and Steve Jobs. The book emphasizes the importance of perception in shaping one's response to obstacles, the need for intentional and creative action, and the cultivation of will to persist through challenges. Holiday argues that by adopting these Stoic principles, individuals can transform their obstacles into opportunities for growth and success.

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Meditations

Marcus Aurelius

Meditations is a series of private writings composed by Marcus Aurelius, one of Rome's greatest emperors, as he struggled to understand himself and make sense of the universe. Written between 170 and 180 CE while on military campaigns, this work combines Stoic philosophy with personal observations on leadership, duty, mortality, and human nature. Through twelve books of intimate thoughts never intended for publication, Marcus Aurelius explores themes of self-improvement, resilience in the face of adversity, and living virtuously while accepting what cannot be changed.

Brigid Delaney was at a unique point in her life and found herself looking for answers around life’s deepest questions: What does it mean to be a good person? How do we stop letting the things out of our control rule our emotions? Can our anger be tamed? After learning more about Stoicism, Brigid decided to let the ancient wisdom from Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Seneca guide her decisions for a year.

While in Australia on tour, Ryan had the chance to meet Brigid in person and talk with her about why Stoicism resonated with her, how to successfully apply Stoicism to modern problems, and the common misconceptions around Stoicism being exclusively for men. To learn more about Brigid’s experience, check out her book Reasons Not to Worry: How to Be Stoic in Chaotic Times.

Brigid Delaney is the author of Reasons Not to Worry: How to Be Stoic in Chaotic Times and Wellmania: Extreme Misadventures in the Search for Wellness. Be sure to check out the Netflix series Brigid co-create, inspired by her book Wellmania!

📚 Books Mentioned:

Reasons Not to Worry: How to Be Stoic in Chaotic Times by Brigid Delaney

The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday

On Anger: De Ira by Seneca

The Therapy of Desire by Martha Nussbaum

Dying Every Day: Seneca at the Court of Nero by James Romm

Follow Brigid Delaney on X @ BrigidWD

🎟 Ryan Holiday is going on tour! Grab tickets for London, Rotterdam, Dublin, Vancouver, and Toronto at ryanholiday.net/tour

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