We've all heard the saying 'think before you speak (or act)." In the heat of the moment it's easy to say or do something you'll later regret. In today's episode, Dramos looks at quotes from Mos Def and Seneca, and discusses the importance of controlling your anger, and how responding in a healthy manner can keep you from making decisions that could affect you in the long run. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Musician Tyler, the Creator and philosopher Marcus Aurelius discuss how to prioritize personal happiness over societal expectations. They explore the importance of setting up your life to achieve what you want, leading to friendships, success, and overall happiness.

Today Dramos looks at lyrics from SAINT JHN's "It Sucks To Be You" and compares it to a quote from Seneca which talks about how practicing forgiveness is an act of healing, not just for others, but for oneself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The practice of self-love is crucial to our daily existence. Today, Dramos takes quotes from DMX and The Daily Stoic, and shows us how the lack of love that one has is always going to get in the way of truly being able to love someone else. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you love yourself you'll care for yourself. Today Dramos uses quotes from Big Sean and Seneca to discuss the importance of self care, and how it can lead toward a better balance plus improved overall health and wellness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A life well lived doesn't always mean striving for perfection. We often try to perfect situations that we have no control over, which can lead to frustration. Today, Dramos takes on quotes from Mac Miller and Marcus Aurelius, and teaches on how showing yourself grace when making mistakes and understanding the value of balance, fun, self-care and relationships can lead to a more fulfilling and satisfying life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many times we get pulled in so many directions, which makes it difficult to evaluate what's important. Today, Dramos quotes the late great Nipsey Hussle and legendary Stoic Seneca, and reminds us of the importance of stepping back, evaluating our decisions, and ultimately looking at the big picture as a way to reinforce the things that matter most and refocus our attention on our true priorities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos takes a quote from media mogul Diddy and compares it to a quote from Seneca as he discusses the importance of having self confidence and how believing in yourself is the vehicle to success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of us struggle with self-doubt and low self esteem, yet we fail to realize the ability to succeed lies in having confidence in our abilities and talent. Today Dramos looks at quotes from Tupac and Epictetus about the importance of maintaining a sense of humor as we navigate the sometimes difficult path of success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos takes a quote from Drake and compares it to one from William Shakespeare about the importance of never letting success get to your head, but rather staying humble and finishing the race with humility and dignity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.