The Everyday Stoic

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad This second installment of our exclusive three-part series with Shi Heng Yi explores the enduring teachings of the Greek philosopher Epictetus, once a slave, who chose to enlighten others with his philosophy of control and freedom. William and Shi Heng Yi delve into the core stoic principles outlined in the Enchiridion, discussing the illusion of fear, and how the awareness of what we can control versus what we cannot shapes our reality and peace of mind. We examine how Epictetus’s ideas resonate with both stoic and Eastern philosophies, emphasizing the importance of focusing on our internal motivations rather than external factors. This discussion not only bridges historical and philosophical gaps but also offers practical advice for modern listeners seeking tranquility and resilience in their lives. Shi Heng Yi also shares insights on the transformative power of facing fears and the concept of fear as an illusion. This enlightening conversation is not just a philosophical discourse but also a guide on how to live a life of purpose, free from unnecessary fears and focused on what truly matters.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In this episode, William explains the feeling that life is just beyond reach. Many feel that real living is perpetually on the horizon—after the next milestone, the next achievement. Yet, life is happening right now, in the mundane and the spectacular alike. William shares his personal journey from chasing an elusive feeling of "living" during extraordinary moments like stargazing at Castle Hill, to realising that the magic of life exists in every moment. With a blend of personal anecdotes and stoic wisdom, he offers the powerful realization that we are already in the midst of our lives, not merely preparing for them. This episode is a call to embrace the present, underscored by practical advice on how to shift our philosophical perspective to see the magic in everyday interactions and experiences. Join William as he provides a guide for redefining happiness and fulfilment, urging us to find the profound in the ordinary.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad Join William in an engaging and profound discussion with Master Shi Heng Yi in this exclusive episode. Diving deep into the teachings of Seneca, this dialogue explores the stark themes of mortality and the shortness of life, illuminated through the stoic practice of "memento mori" — a reminder of our own mortality. William and Master Shi Heng Yi delve into the practical applications of these ancient wisdoms in our modern lives, emphasising the importance of living in the present and appreciating each fleeting moment. They discuss balancing life's activities with moments of stillness and the powerful impact of embracing the now over the distractions of past regrets and future anxieties. This is the first of three special episodes from the ceremony talks with Shi Heng Yi, offering unique insights into stoic philosophy and its timeless relevance.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In today's episode, William Mulligan dives deep into the concept of hard work and challenges the traditional belief that constant hustling leads to success. Reflecting on the story of Diogenes the Cynic, he emphasizes the importance of embracing what truly matters instead of getting trapped on a hamster wheel of burnout. Learn how to differentiate between "easy hard work" and real, meaningful progress that brings fulfillment. William shares personal anecdotes about overworking himself with Photoshop graphics and gym routines, only to realise that genuine growth comes from stepping back and prioritising rest and creativity.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In this transformative episode, William delves into the profound teachings of the stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius to explore the detrimental ways in which the soul can harm itself. Drawing from a decade of personal experience with Aurelius' works, William breaks down five critical errors that can lead to spiritual unrest and misalignment with the universe's natural order. From the dangers of isolating oneself and rebelling against nature's flow to the pitfalls of succumbing to fleeting pleasures or pain, this episode offers a roadmap for avoiding these common traps. William shares personal stories, illustrating how embracing community, pursuing truth, and aligning actions with rational goals can transform personal adversity into strength and coherence. Listeners new to stoicism and long-time followers alike will find valuable insights to help navigate their paths to becoming the best versions of themselves. Whether you're battling bad habits, seeking deeper community connections, or striving to live more truthfully, William's straightforward, actionable strategies rooted in Stoic principles are here to guide you.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In this insightful episode, Williams talks with Massimo Pigliucci, a renowned philosopher and author, delves into the practical aspects of Stoicism, its relevance in modern life, and how it compares to other philosophies and religions. Massimo discusses the foundational principles of Stoicism, emphasising the importance of living in accordance with nature and rational social behaviour to achieve a good life. He challenges listeners to consider their motivations for adopting a philosophy of life, pointing out that Stoicism offers a robust framework for navigating life's complexities. Throughout the conversation, Massimo addresses common misconceptions about Stoicism, contrasting its adaptive and inclusive nature with rigid interpretations that exclude modern understandings and scientific advancements. He shares his journey, driven by personal challenges and a systematic exploration of philosophical systems, which eventually led him to find solace and practical guidance in Stoicism. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of how Stoic practices can be integrated into daily life to foster resilience, purpose, and harmony with the world around them. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how ancient wisdom can address contemporary issues and guide personal development.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In this episode, William dives deep into the timeless wisdom of Epictetus and how it can radically change your life. Drawing from the profound insights of the Enchiridion, William explores the Stoic philosophy of self-discipline, personal growth, and understanding the dichotomy of control. Learn how figures like Marcus Aurelius and Socrates leveraged Stoic teachings to lead lives of virtue and reason, and how you can apply these principles today to overcome procrastination and embrace a life of progress. William challenges you to stop waiting and start living according to Stoic virtues—wisdom, courage, temperance, and justice. Discover practical tips on how to incorporate Stoicism into your daily routine to improve decision-making and personal accountability. Plus, get an insider look at how Stoic principles align with modern therapeutic techniques to offer a robust framework for handling life’s challenges. Whether you're a long-time follower of Stoicism or new to the philosophy, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to cultivate resilience and thrive in the face of adversity.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In this episode, William shares insights into how stoic principles can guide us through personal conflicts and societal pressures, encouraging listeners to recognise true strength in compassion and resilience. Discover how stories of historical figures and modern-day heroes like Muhammad Ali and David Goggins illustrate the power of stoic virtues in real-world scenarios. Whether you're battling self-doubt, seeking a role model, or striving to understand what real strength looks like, this episode provides essential guidance for anyone looking to lead a more authentic and courageous life.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In this thought-provoking episode, William is joined by Michael McGill, renowned author and creator of the popular course "Practical Stoicism". Dive into a deep discussion on the timeless wisdom of stoic philosophy and its practical applications for modern life. Whether you're battling daily stressors or seeking profound life changes, this episode provides essential insights into gaining control over your emotions and actions. Michael shares his transformative journey with stoicism, enriched by examples from his course, which gained momentum during the pandemic. Discover simple, yet powerful stoic exercises to incorporate into your daily routine, aiming to cultivate resilience, tranquility, and joy. From the dichotomy of control to negative visualisation and beyond, Michael outlines actionable steps to embrace stoicism fully.

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In this episode, William shares a personal journey from the depths of anxiety to the peaks of self-mastery through the lens of Stoicism. Once overwhelmed by panic attacks and fear, William recounts a pivotal moment in his life at 19, standing alone in an alley, pockets stuffed with teabags and sugar, grappling with his nerves. Today, he stands as a published author and a revered teacher of Stoicism, guiding thousands toward inner peace and control. William unveils his life-changing approach to conquering fear and anxiety, emphasizing the power of the Stoic philosophy. He discusses the concept of the 'inner citadel,' a mental fortress that protects and strengthens our internal world against external chaos. By adjusting our internal dialogues and expectations we can build resilience and find serenity in life's turbulence.