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Latest episodes

Jul 5, 2021 • 11min
193 - 10,000 Kicks
Explore the key to success with Stoicism. The speaker shares their journey of starting a podcast, overcoming insecurities, and improving skills. Learn about the power of consistency and the illusion of quick success. Discover the importance of mastering time and focus. Reflect on the challenges of living stoic principles in daily life and learn about the Stoic Coffee House.

Jun 28, 2021 • 10min
192 - Self-Sovereign
Explore the fear of rejection and the need to belong. The speaker shares personal experiences of leaving a religious community and the consequences. Discover the path to self-acceptance, freedom, and shedding others' expectations. Learn about cultivating self-sovereignty by taking responsibility and being authentic. Reflect on the evolution of the Stoic Coffee Break podcast and its thriving community.

Jun 21, 2021 • 12min
191 - Get Busy With Life's Purpose
Being a Stoic does not mean being apathetic; it means being effective. Stoicism is about controlling your response and choosing your actions wisely. A Stoic is emotionally balanced, not devoid of feeling. The podcast explores the misconception of Stoicism as apathy and highlights the importance of aligning actions with principles. It emphasizes self-awareness and living with purpose. The hosts discuss their journey with Stoicism and introduce the Stoic Coffee House, a community for living out Stoic principles.

Jun 14, 2021 • 12min
190 - The Stories We Tell Ourselves
Explore the impact of our judgments on our emotions and the power of storytelling. Understand how our perspective is influenced by unconscious thoughts, emotional triggers, and biological stressors. Learn the importance of examining and challenging the stories we tell ourselves. Discover how our thoughts create emotions and the process of questioning and choosing better responses.

May 31, 2021 • 10min
189 - What You Are Capable Of
The podcast explores the impact of seeking comfort and avoiding challenges, comparing the consequences of excessive reliance on convenience to a fictional society in Wall-E. It highlights the importance of embracing discomfort for personal growth, using examples such as Spartan Races and overcoming addiction. The episode concludes by encouraging listeners to redefine their perception of pleasure and pain as opportunities for long-term pleasure.

May 24, 2021 • 9min
188 - Do What You Can
Learn about the art of improvising and making the best of your circumstances using examples from Jason Bourne and professional poker players. Embrace what you have and work with it, focusing on personal characteristics and accepting challenges. Take action instead of wishing for change and address difficult situations with strategies.

May 17, 2021 • 11min
187 - Yes, And...
Explore the Stoic approach to living in the present moment and embracing uncertainty. Learn about the importance of cherishing the limited time we have with loved ones and letting go of the desire to control things beyond our control. Discover the 'yes and' mindset from improv to help navigate unexpected twists and turns in life.

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May 10, 2021 • 9min
186 - Stuck In The Past
“Reason shows us there is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.”— SenecaOne of the core tenants of Stoicism is to be aware of, and to focus on what we can control and let go of those we can’t. One area that we don’t have control over is what happened in the past. It is not something that can we can change, yet it is one of the hardest things for us to let go of. Regrets are a prison of our own making, but we are the ones that hold the key to our escape. Learning how to untangle ourselves from past can bring us so peace and freedom to move more lightly in the present.--Hello friends! Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, head on over to patreon.com/stoicoffee and help support this podcast by becoming a patron. Also stop by the website at www.stoic.coffee where you can sign up for our newsletter, and buy some great looking shirts and hoodies at the Stoic Coffee Shop. Also, if you know of someone that would benefit from or appreciate this podcast, please share it. Word of mouth is the best way to help this podcast grow. Thanks again for listening.Send us a textMy book Stoicism 101 is available! Order here!Find out more at https://stoic.coffeeWatch episodes on YouTube!Find me on linkedIn, instagram, twitter, or threads.Thanks again for listening!

May 3, 2021 • 13min
185 - Needy
The podcast discusses the importance of connecting with others and being social during the pandemic. It emphasizes understanding and accepting our needs, as well as recognizing and fulfilling them in a healthy manner through self-honesty and open communication.

Apr 26, 2021 • 9min
184 - The Truth Never Harmed Anyone
The podcast discusses the challenge of receiving criticism and why it is difficult for us to hear. It explores the importance of seeking and receiving honest feedback for personal growth. The host shares upcoming events and announcements in the Stoic Coffee community.