The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Stoicism and Celebrating Success ft. Ryan Holiday
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Mar 18, 2021 
Ryan Holiday, a media strategist and bestselling author known for works like "The Obstacle Is the Way," discusses how Stoic virtues—courage, temperance, justice, and wisdom—can be applied in everyday life. He shares insights on fatherhood through the lens of Stoicism and emphasizes the importance of celebrating achievements with loved ones. The conversation also touches on the relevance of self-discipline in the digital age and balancing work with personal relationships, revealing how ancient wisdom can guide modern challenges.
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Stoicism Defined
- Stoicism is defined as not controlling what happens but controlling your response.
- The four virtues of stoicism (courage, temperance, justice, and wisdom) guide responses to different situations.
WeWork's Lack of Temperance
- Ryan Holiday cites WeWork's downfall as an example of lacking temperance, humility, and self-discipline.
- He emphasizes the Stoic principle of "enough" and uses Alexander the Great as an example of insatiable ambition leading to an empty ending.
Courage and Principle
- True courage involves aligning actions with the right principles, not just taking risks for their own sake.
- Resigning on principle takes courage, but the principle itself must be just and honorable.
