The Daily Stoic Do You Keep These Thoughts at Hand? | Clarify Your Intentions
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Jan 5, 2026 Dive into the power of repetition and practice, as Stoic ideas become muscle memory. Discover a unique approach to year-end giving through effective charities like GiveWell. Ryan shares insights on family wellness at Whole Foods while emphasizing the importance of setting clear intentions. Learn to define success on your terms, plan effectively to avoid overreach, and set precise goals as the new year begins. This journey through Stoicism offers practical steps for intentional living.
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Repetition Turns Philosophy Into Reflex
- Marcus Aurelius and other Stoics reread the same texts repeatedly to internalize ideas.
- Repetition turns philosophy into reflex and shapes behavior by making concepts part of your mental muscle memory.
Make Stoicism A Daily Practice
- Write, read aloud, journal, and discuss Stoic ideas regularly to make them stick.
- Practice these habits until the philosophy fuses with your actions and decisions.
Year-End Giving With GiveWell
- Ryan Holiday describes a family tradition of donating to effective charities using GiveWell at year's end.
- He emphasizes choosing high-impact organizations where donations are measurable and matched.
