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Stoic Reminders for Thanksgiving | Gratitude, Forgiveness, and Amor Fati

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Nov 27, 2024

Samantha Holiday, co-host of the Daily Dad podcast, shares her insights on mindfulness and gratitude, urging listeners to embrace these values not just on Thanksgiving, but year-round. Julia Baird, author of "Phosphorescence," discusses the importance of grace and forgiveness in our relationships. Together, they emphasize the transformative power of gratitude, the beauty of patience, and the role of awe in fostering empathy. They also encourage contributions to support those in need, highlighting how small acts of kindness can lead to significant impacts.

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ANECDOTE

Lincoln's Turkey Pardon

Tad Lincoln begged his father to save a Thanksgiving turkey.
This act of kindness started the presidential turkey pardoning tradition.

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ADVICE

Thanksgiving Gratitude

Practice gratitude beyond material things this Thanksgiving.
Reflect on deeper values like family, kindness, and generosity.

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Mindful Narrating

Practice mindfulness by narrating everyday actions.
This helps focus attention and appreciate the present moment.

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A Thanksgiving Tradition Born from a Father's Love

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The Power of Gratitude and Generosity at Thanksgiving

06:04 • 3min

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Finding Mindfulness in Daily Life

09:30 • 9min

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Embracing Gratitude and Patience in Life's Journey

18:10 • 4min

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The Power of Awe and Forgiveness

22:07 • 7min

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Embracing Justice and Fate

29:02 • 9min

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Embracing Challenges with Joy and Resilience

37:47 • 5min

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Embracing Adversity and Cultivating Gratitude

42:22 • 3min

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The 50th law

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The 50th Law is a semi-autobiographical account of 50 Cent's life, combining his experiences as a young hustler and musician with lessons and anecdotes from historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Sun Tzu, and Malcolm X. The book focuses on the principle of fearlessness, illustrating how embracing and overcoming fear can lead to success in both personal and professional life. It is divided into ten chapters, each exploring a different aspect of fearlessness and how it can be applied to achieve one's goals.

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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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Phosphorescence

On Awe, Wonder and Things That Sustain You When the World Goes Dark

Julia Baird

In 'Phosphorescence', Julia Baird delves into the concept of finding and nurturing an inner light that sustains us through life's darkest moments. The book is a hybrid of memoir, essays, and personal reflections, drawing from Baird's experiences with cancer, her connections with nature, and her observations of various individuals who embody this 'phosphorescence'. Baird discusses the importance of awe, wonder, silence, and the healing effects of nature, such as ocean swimming and forest bathing. She also emphasizes the value of friendships, social connections, and the acceptance of failure and imperfection. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of how to find meaning and joy in a world filled with challenges.

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The obstacle is the way

Ryan Holiday

Every year instead of contributing to the corporate indulgence of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we encourage our listeners to make a donation. Every $1 donated helps provide at least 10 meals. It only takes a little to make a big difference. We donated the first $30,000, and we’d like your help in reaching our goal of $300,000. If we hit that goal of $300,000, it would provide over 3 MILLION meals for families across the country.

Just head over to dailystoic.com/feed and together we can make a significant dent in a big problem. As Seneca reminds us, intention and attitude are central aspects in giving. Your donations show those in need that someone else cares, that someone else is by their side—just like the loved ones around your dinner table who have been by your side over the years.

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