The Daily Stoic Do You Have That Dog In You? | Ask Daily Stoic
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Oct 30, 2025 Explore the courage of Diogenes and how Stoics confront power with honesty. Discover the importance of authenticity in relationships while balancing social norms. Tune in for insights on the difference between wisdom and intelligence, emphasizing the need for self-awareness. Ryan also discusses the flow of speaking from the heart versus the head, all while inviting listeners to join upcoming live events and a special Stoicism course.
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Courage To Speak Unpleasant Truths
- The Stoics admired Diogenes' blunt courage and refusal to flatter the powerful.
- Stoicism balances kindness with the willingness to speak uncomfortable truths when necessary.
Don't Let PC Silence Necessary Speech
- Do not let political correctness or status silence you from saying necessary truths.
- Practice being differential but willing to bite back with principled speech when required.
Practice Stoicism With A 14-Day Course
- Try a short structured course to practice Stoic principles daily.
- Join Stoicism 101 to learn core Stoic habits in a 14-day applied format.
