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The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

The Discipline Expert: The 4 Surprising & Easy Habits ALL High Achievers Have! (Based On 2,000 Years Of Research) - Ryan Holiday

Aug 24, 2023
Steven Bartlett sits down with bestselling author Ryan Holiday to discuss how researching stoicism has made Ryan a better person, the ways an ancient philosophy can be applied to the modern world, the 4 cardinal virtues of stoicism, the importance of discipline, setting the correct goals, the meaning of life, and the key pieces of wisdom that cross time and cultures.
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Quick takeaways

  • Focus on what is within your control to find inner peace and make better use of resources.
  • Engage in physically difficult activities to cultivate resilience, self-discipline, and overcome obstacles.

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Key Point 1: Focus on what's in your control

One of the main teachings of Stoicism is to focus on what is within our control. We often waste time and energy on things that are beyond our control, leading to frustration and anxiety. By shifting our attention to what we can control, we can make better use of our resources and find more inner peace.

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