2 Years Of Writing A Book In 30 Minutes

The Step by step process of publishing a book with Penguin.
In his New York Times best-selling book Courage is Calling, author Ryan Holiday introduced the Stoic Virtues with the first virtue: courage. In this much-anticipated second book of the series, Holiday explores the importance of self-discipline, the next Stoic virtue.
This video documents Ryan's process of researching, writing, editing, and publishing his newest book "Discipline Is Destiny."
"I wrote this book because we are all capable of great things, we are all born to fulfill a great destiny. Not everyone's destiny is the same, but everyone's destiny is achieved with self-discipline and control. I hope you fulfill yours." - Ryan Holiday
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[@hglankshear]

What a great video, and how privileged we are to live in an age where we can get things like this for free on the internet!

[@IndianSubmarine804]

PPL take it for granted

[@akshatyadav9467]

Fax, my guy

[@Three2Juan]

CANT WAIT TO READ DISCIPLINE IS DESTINY!

[@rquaidpro]

My copy just dropped!

[@matissta]

Ryan, this is amazing. A real gift. Thank you for capturing and sharing your process. I literally stopped what I was doing to watch this.

[@williampdozier]

Well said! I did the same

[@thepurpleman119]

Same! uwu

[@vince6264]

There are lots of videos about how to write a book, but rarely anyone documents the process. This is what I need Ryan, and thank you for inspiring me to finally start my research and write a book.

[@tobiasbourne9073]

Whats yours gonna be about?

[@alibinnaseer]

How much progress have you made? I am interested in the topic

[@favritzapp]

Anybody watching this for the first time after reading? Can’t imagine it being called Self-Discipline is Salvation - both great titles but Discipline is Destiny has a divine ting to it - as did reading the book!

[@JasonFisk]

DISCIPLINE IS DESTINY has been dispatched, should arrive tomorrow. Looking forward to it.

[@CalderwoodPercussion]

Man, book writing aside, I’m impressed that you video file management is good enough that you were able to film over two years and then actually have all the assets (and know where they are) when it was time to edit them into one video!

[@bradleywozniak5302]

This video was so valuable to me. Thank you, Ryan. Not just as an aspiring writer who needs to hear the story of discipline, but as a human being who needs to remember that the process is what is transformative, not the result.

[@benjaminfargen]

This is a brilliantly honest BTS. Although this is about the ups and downs of writing a book, it really can be applied to pursuing any long-term passion project. Bravo and thank you for releasing this.

[@NileshPatil-pl2fj]

wow....thanks Ryan for showing ur real time process of writing....

[@njbrakes6244]

Love being able to watch the whole documentary! Can't wait to read the book this week! Keeps grinding Ryan!

[@kaddybrarhindi]

Commitment you have towards your work hats off man, and it doesn't felt like 32 min video ✌️

[@johnvienna3422]

I like the lo-techness of this video. Obviously Ryan has a whole team of assistants, and even a proper camera crew at times. But this video is Ryan just putting his phone on its little stand and documenting his process, and the key moments in producing a book. It feels personal, simple, and authentic.

[@ed5215]

Absolutely loved this book. Bought it at an airport simply because of the title and finished it before I landed :) He definitely made the right choice on the title and although at the time I didn't realize it was the second book in the series I just ordered Courage is calling and cant wait to read that one as well.

[@JPBotero717]

This kind of videos are your best ones Ryan.

[@The.Self.Learner]

Sir, your video unlock my mind for more obvious and practical approach in case of handling my existing notes..

[@mozaik2192]

Discipline is destiny is SOOOOOO GOOD!!!! Thank you for everything

[@eddiereece5050]

Ryan, I'm a raving fan because of your AUTHENTICITY in this, and all of your videos and Stoic emails. Massive Respect.

[@vhs10907]

Excellent video, and coincidentally, perfect timing for me! Thank you.

[@EscathonEdits]

I'm so happy to have watched this this morning, taking notes of what Ryan says, while waiting for Dicipline is Destiny which is being delivered in only a few hours. Thank you Ryan for making this happen, and for all the hard work you put out to this world.

[@emilybarry9410]

THANK YOU so much for this video Ryan! I am in the midst of writing a children's book now on the Rhizosphere, soil fertility, and Regenerative Agriculture. This video (and your content in general) have been great guides and sources of wisdom for me🙏💜🤗

[@cheaithanyapappu9236]

my favorite video of all time

[@MySuccessSphere]

Have been following you for more than a decade. You are a real source of inspiration. Discipline to put out such great content whether be the daily stoic mails , books that you publish , video contents and podcasting with amazing guests requires highest level of consistency and perseverance. You have made a mark and inspired many. Loads of good luck and best wishes with Discipline is Destiny. Iam sure this will rock too. Cheers

[@devonrumpel]

An incredible look into your process. Totally riveting. Really feels like the culmination of all your work on this channel. Bravo to everyone involved making it! Thanks for openly sharing all your wisdom, Ryan.

[@cristagallagher]

Wow! Amazing to see you work through your process! Thank you!

[@solariatrecords]

Top 5 favorite KZbinrs these days 💎

[@jamesrobbins3582]

Truly inspiring. Love you're passion,and energy.

[@AwakenedVibration]

My gosh. It’s nice to know I’m not alone.

[@PamelaRuddyUKart]

Thank you for not only writing the book, but also documenting the process so thoroughly. I appreciate the insights and look forward to listening to the audiobook - currently listening to Courage is Calling!

[@Luccidor19]

This is so inspiring Ryan. Thanks for graciously sharing your process. I'm really looking forward to the new book!

[@totadol]

very inspiring ... "that's the magic of the process"

[@chrisquiceno5184]

Watched this video about 3 times now! Absolutely love it!

[@maximinomalave7207]

Thank you for your books! They have such an inspiration during hard times.

[@MichaelDooney]

Thanks for sharing this Ryan, it was a real insight into your process, as well as the importance of showing up every day and chipping away at the goals we want to achieve.

[@jprue577]

Such an intriguing portrayal of the book-writing process. Thanks for lifting the veil and allowing us to journey with you as accomplish such an awesome feat of self-discipline. As one who struggles with crippling procrastination I look forward to reading your work.

[@ianmcrae4423]

Such an amazing effort Ryan - you are an inspiration to so many and you make me believe that I can become my best self!

[@saltwaterlou]

Look forward to reading the final product. Thank you for sharing this process with writing. Your previous videos have inspired me to start developing my commonplace book!

[@tinabjones3529]

This was so very helpful to me as an amateur writer. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and giving us a glimpse of the book writing process.

[@cruzgun7774]

Your steady willingness makes me try to overcome my own boundaries , thanks for sharing your whole process

[@sleepconcentrationmeditation]

Impeccable collage Ryan, can't wait to read the new book. I wish you all the success 🍀

[@sebastianz.6026]

Ryan, I truly enjoyed this. You’re so inspirational. When I publish mine I’ll thank you for the inspiration. 🙏🏻👏🏻

[@soulproprietor6624]

Hey, I''m looking forward to reading this. I read The Daily Stoic almost every day, & love the things I learn from it. Thanks for hanging in there, dude.

[@LucieBeatrix]

this is awesome. thank you for documenting your process.

[@MTB603]

Loved this look into your process. My copy just arrived and I read the first chapter this morning. Thank you for the work you do!

[@mompatimorapetsane2249]

Inspiring. Thank you for posting this video Ryan.

[@morgant5160]

I find the writing process fascinating, thank you for giving us a peak into your process and all thats involved into creating a book. Good luck and I look forward to the books release.

[@vcab5319]

Love this documentary, Ryan! Would love to see more of these documentaries in the future

[@SomeDudeSomewhereOverThere]

Thank you for showing the process! I've been mulling around the idea of writing a book and the way you expressed it as, just keep moving forward no matter how small is the push I need to just start doing something! Just pre-ordered the book today (I ordered the Audible one a while back) and looking forward it it!

[@aaronwimberleymbamsf5776]

Great meditation to start the day. Love the four virtues- courage, virtue, temperance, wisdom.

[@swampicakez]

Very awesome Ryan, you rock. Thanks for sharing this process and sharing your knowledge.

[@seek2]

Thank you for doing this & making it so transparent, practical and possible. For an aspiring writer who procrastinates constantly. Having to nail myself down to the chair, to just sit and do the work. It’s hard to force yourself but discipline is definitely the way through…. Thank you for oiling the wheel so to speak.

[@queenmysaelsheikhofsudan]

You are so wise. 😊 it’s obvious you work really hard for your books it’s really inspiring, thank you. ❤

[@bnsgokugreat]

Beyond awesome Ryan! Thanks for this video!

[@JaceKeller]

It was a fascinating watch, congrats on your new book ! 🎉

[@victoriavieira4895]

Thank you for sharing the insight into your process.

[@Rejakerz]

Ryan, you are one of the most inspiring people I've ever seen in my life. Keep up the work, and thank you!

[@NeatPens]

As an aspiring writer and fan of Ryan holiday this is everything I didn’t know I needed! Your inspire hundred of writers everyday with these videos!

[@tessenterline3015]

Such a helpful and inspiring video, Ryan ... thank you so much for this!

[@RetroBreak]

This is fascinating! Love the insight into your thought process!

[@Tinoshke07]

Thank you Ryan for giving us a look into the entire process of writing a book and getting it published. Good luck with writing your third book in the series.

[@meenakshi6344]

So impressive. Relentless hard work. Mesmerising process.

[@rogerzimmerman304]

Thanks for sharing how you write your books Ryan, you are great at it, I will read all your books. This is very inspiring, and gives me motivation and processes and how to use temperance for whatever I work on.

[@priitpikker2204]

Thank you, Ryan.

[@milesgreen1430]

Admirable work, Ryan... So much involved work and you maintained your personal life and sanity...😊 You are strong...

[@IamSimoneMony]

It's really great seeing your process, thanks for sharing.

[@andydufresne299]

Congratulations on the new book, Ryan. I grabbed a copy and look forward to reading it soon. Peace.

[@SharkOrDie]

The new book is a masterpiece! I freaking love it! Thanks for all your discipline and hard work! You’ve changed my life!

[@Retiredmagician1]

Amazing video, and just finished the book which was just as amazing. Your work is inspiring, keep killing it.

[@evanlouisemadrinan233]

Thank you for sharing this Ryan. I haven't read your books yet but I soon will, I'm just currently finishing Discourse and Writing of Epectitus first. 😀

[@tonyjohnson3752]

What an inspiring film, wonderful to see your process in action.

[@UtahGmaw99]

This was great. My book comes tomorrow from Amazon and can't wait. Thanks!

[@jessdior8177]

Hi Sir Ryan, I've read your Daily Stoic, truly life-changing, keep up!

[@colemushel2450]

this the stuff right here Ryan thank you for this

[@ShaolinTools]

What an incredible journey and I feel obligated to read this book due to all of the research you put into it. I just purchased the book!!!

[@jesslarsen]

This is incredibly helpful.! Thank you Ryan.

[@Anzhela.Piano-Life]

This is beautiful and inspiring! I love writing and notecards idea is great!! Thank you 👏

[@JillianPlomin]

Just bought this book - even more excited to read it now

[@karimashrafmounir5813]

Thank you for sharing this

[@cw6553]

Awesome to see how your process looks like! It's certainly an inspiration for my next book project that I just started. Research is waiting....

[@joeferreira657]

You amazingly organised, must get it done. Cool man, love your work, cheers. Thanks

[@sketch3460]

Thanks for sharing your process. Hope the book does great.

[@mitchjoel]

So well done, Ryan. What a privilege to watch your journeys from day one. Also, love the Temple of the Dog t-shirt! UP THE IRONS!

[@etienneasselin1464]

This is so interesting. Thank-you for sharing your process!

[@bangkok579]

this was fascinating to watch:) congratulations Ryan:)

[@xfilion]

An exceptionally insightful video. I'm in my sixth decade and came to Stoicism through Ryan in the last year. My life past and present makes more sense.

[@dirkreisige9732]

Just ordered!

[@SJOrr]

Thanks for sharing this! Amazing seeing the work that goes into this. And I also spotted the Iowa Hawkeyes gear. :)

[@thecurmudgeonswatching5609]

Thanks for the perspective. I'm nearing the end of writing my book of incorporating stoicism into directing theater and working with actors. Your process has helped. Just got Discipline is Destiny in the Mail. Diving in.

[@Talmanyc]

REALLY enjoying this book!!

[@arjunpaudel709]

CANT WAIT !!!

[@favritzapp]

This was the best book I have ever read and I have read all of Holiday’s books and many he suggests! It is amazing after reading to be able to see the process of it being written. As Holiday continues to bring Stoicism ‘into the arena’ as he says leading to part 3, he will put himself on the Mount Rushmore of Stoics by sharing this philosophy when the world has needed it most in all of history.

[@AmegaRaphael]

How did your life changed after reading Ryan Holiday's books?

[@07vossi]

Just ordered Discipline is Destiny here in Germany. The German version is as well out there - but still prefer the English version to hear Ryan`s voice I guess… Can`t wait to get it… Thanks,Ryan, for all your work!

[@Ampullae]

You are fantastic!

[@normanleach5427]

Inspired...thanks.

[@sakssnacks]

Ryan - your commitment to the process and rigor with note taking and preparation is admirable. I appreciate you having the foresight and meticulous attention to detail to help aspiring writers.

[@CapucineF]

Thank you for this video. It’s interesting you had a charioteer and temperance, both being tarots cards number 7 and 14, intrinsically connnected!!

[@TaylorThoughts]

Thanks Ryan 😌🙏🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠💪😎👍

[@davidselim4029]

Much love, when's the next installment in the virtue series?

[@bevmatushewski4810]

Excellent

[@mrqshines]

Joanne Bass is the highest ranking ENLISTED Airman. But we get the point. So dope that she played (even a minor) part in the title selection. Cant wait to read it!