Make Life Less Difficult

Paulo André: Living Better, Working Better, and Accepting What Can't be Changed

Feb 27, 2024

Paulo André, a leadership coach, discusses ambition, curiosity, and Stoic philosophy with host Russ Watts. They explore personal growth, embracing change, self-awareness, and the importance of guiding principles. The conversation delves into leadership principles, continuous improvement, and the benefits of embracing challenges for a fulfilling life.

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Paulo André

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Quick takeaways

Embracing the dichotomy of control in Stoic philosophy can empower individuals to focus on personal responsibility and let go of external concerns.

Self-exploration and embracing change lead to personal growth and resilience, making life less difficult and more fulfilling.

Integrating Stoicism with spirituality and self-awareness can guide individuals towards self-discovery, emotional depth, and a meaningful existence.

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Exploring the Dichotomy of Control in Stoic Philosophy

The podcast episode delves into the profound concept of the dichotomy of control in Stoic philosophy. This idea distinguishes between what individuals can control, like their thoughts and actions, and what is beyond their control, such as external events. By internalizing this philosophy, the speaker realized the importance of focusing on personal responsibility and letting go of concerns outside their sphere of control. This shift in mindset empowered them to navigate life's challenges with a sense of calm and agency, aligning with the Stoic belief in focusing on one's own conduct and choices.

Introduction

3min

Embracing Curiosity and Ambition for a Less Difficult Life

18min

Navigating Personal Growth Through Darkness and Self-Discovery

5min

Embracing Change and Self-Awareness

7min

Navigating Freedom with Guiding Principles

26min

Leadership Principles and Continuous Improvement

13min

Embracing Challenges and Self-Discovery for a Less Difficult Life

4min

Today’s guest is Paulo André.

This is a super special episode for several reasons. First, Paulo is incredibly thoughtful and has inspiring stories and reflections that he shares.

Second, I am not the host of this conversation. This podcast is hosted by Russ Watts! Russ has been a guest on the podcast multiple times and has also been kind enough to host me. So, a couple months ago, when he said he had someone I should meet for the podcast, I said, “Hey, would you be interested in hosting the conversation?”

And… here we are! This opportunity to expand the work of Make Life Less Difficult makes me super happy. The stories shared here are intended to touch hearts and souls, help us know we aren’t alone, and in that, make life a little less difficult. The more stories that can be shared, the more lives can be touched!

So, thank you Russ for jumping into this adventure in a new way and helping expand the possibilities of Make Life Less Difficult!

A bit more about Paulo before we dive into the conversation. Paulo is a leadership coach who coaches tech leaders who are looking to step up and do well while doing good. In his conversation with Russ, Paulo talks about being curious and ambitious, looking for ways to make things better, the dichotomy of control, stoic philosophy and so much more!

Paulo, thank you so much for coming on the podcast, sharing your stories and your wisdom. I look forward to talking to you directly, and in the meantime, am so excited to have Russ hosting you in the conversation.

You’ll find links to learn more about Paulo, his work, and his writing, below.

Connect with Paulo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulorlandre/

Here’s a sampler of some of his top posts:

· The Heart of W. Edwards Deming

· Simple Explanations For Complex Phenomena

· OKRs Are Not OK

· Overcoming The Resistance

· Commitment vs. Compliance

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