

Ryan Holiday: Stoic Values to Change Your Life
Jun 19, 2024
Renowned author Ryan Holiday discusses Stoic values and ethical living in the podcast. Topics include making meaningful impact, practical advice on ethical decisions, balancing speed and quality in the creative process, and the modern relevance of Stoicism.
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Focus on Solvable Problems
- Focus your efforts on problems where you have impact and control.
- Dedicate yourself and your resources to solving specific issues rather than all problems at once.
Cardinal Stoic Virtues
- The four cardinal Stoic virtues are courage, discipline, justice, and wisdom.
- Each virtue addresses timeless challenges that societies and individuals continually face.
Timeless and Personal Stoicism
- Stoic virtues endure because every generation wrestles with the same ethical values in its own way.
- People see in philosophy what they need most at their current life moment, making ancient wisdom personal and relevant.