The Street Stoic

Today's episode features quotes from J. Cole and Ryan Holiday on being motivated by the pursuit of excellence and not accolades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos dives into Nicki Minaj and Drake's "Moment 4 Life" and the idea of not wasting your life for a moment that may never come, but rather living each day to the fullest, taking action on what is important and makes you feel alive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's society we often settle for less than we deserve, particularly when it comes to relationships. Dramos takes lyrics from Big Pun's "Still Not A Player" and relates it to Marcus Aurelius' quote on the importance of being clear on what you want in a relationship, and having enough confidence in yourself to know what you deserve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos quotes the late great Tupac, and how his idea of life and death tie into Epictetus philosophy on living life to the fullest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode Dramos focuses on the idea of self-restraint, quoting the great Jay Z and philosopher Cato, he breaks down quotes from each and discusses how their philosophy on self-control can lead to success and prosperity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's nothing wrong with disconnecting from the world and taking time for yourself, and Kendrick Lamar's lyrics from "Cut You Off" reflect on the search of finding oneself. Dramos breaks down lyrics to this song as well as how it relates to Seneca's quote on the importance of taking time for yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all strive to have unconditional relationships in our lives. In this episode, Dramos stresses the importance of recognizing and appreciating the people that have impacted our lives, so we can look back at the time spent together with appreciation and gratitude. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Dramos takes lyrics from Kid Cudi's Up Up & Away, and talks about how fleeing our time here on earth is, and the importance of choosing one's own happiness over the opinion of others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discovering ones purpose in life is something many of us contemplate. Taking lyrics from Gang Starr's "Discipline" and a quote from Marcus Aurelius, Dramos stresses the importance of defining your purpose and developing the discipline needed to get you closer to your life's goal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays episode features lyrics from "The Way I Am" written and performed by Eminem. Dramos talks about how being true to yourself can lead to the life you envision, and the importance of not sacrificing your own happiness over someone else's opinion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.