

If You Are Struggling with Life, Watch this Every Morning | The Everyday Stoic
6 snips Aug 11, 2025
The podcast delves into four Stoic principles that can help lift feelings of emptiness and anxiety. It emphasizes gratitude, showcasing how shifting from expectations to appreciation can lead to true fulfillment. The importance of being present and accepting life as it unfolds is discussed, with practical exercises for cultivating mindfulness. Personal stories illustrate the futility of seeking validation through material possessions. Lastly, the transformative power of meditation is highlighted, urging a return to authentic values in a superficial world.
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Persistent Inner Emptiness
- William Mulligan describes feeling depressed and constantly like something was missing in life.
- He felt empty even on good days and wondered when his life would begin.
Swap Expectations For Appreciation
- Swap expectations for appreciation to lift the mist that blocks life.
- Practice daily gratitude to shift happiness from external outcomes to internal light.
Attic To Empty Studio
- William and his brothers built a dream studio from an attic while penniless.
- After getting the studio he expected to cure his emptiness but felt even more empty.