7 Life Changing Stoic Ideas That You Can Practice Daily | Ryan Holiday | Daily Stoic

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Stoicism is a practical philosophy, which means it is made to be PRACTICED. In this video, Ryan Holiday discusses 7 key ideas of Stoicism that will help you develop a daily practice and respond to challenging situations in your life. Stoicism provides exercises to help manage stress, excessive thought, anger, depression, worry, and other destructive mindstates. Stoic practices can help develop a sense of inner peace and calm
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Stoicism is a practical philosophy. The main thinkers that the Daily Stoic focuses on in stoicism are Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Seneca. The Daily Stoic is a guide to how to practice Stoicism in your daily life, the daily routines of Stoicism, and is a practical guide to Stoicism. This channel is Stoicism 101, it will tell you what Stoicism is and how to be a Stoic. Ryan Holiday has been practicing stoicism and writing about stoicism for more than a decade and his insights will give you guidance to practicing stoicism in your day to day life.
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What was the most important of these teachings to you?

[@vectorequilibrium4493]

Daily Stoic The obstacle in the way, definitely. But all hit a nerve. It seems I’m a stoic, empathic, intuitive, introvert. And I’m a left handed cancarian. Just subscribed. ☮️❤️🕉

[@immortaljanus]

I find that people exhaust me. It's hard for me forgive them if their blundering affects me. I like people but I'm mostly disappointed by them. So yeah, trying to forgive people who doing the obvious mistakes is a real challenge for me.

[@I_Bully_The_Bullies]

Ok,, so I watched this video in it’s entirety! & I must say before watching this video I had no idea this is what it’s called? What I have been doing for the past 5 yrs or so naturally! Never had a label or title for it! But ok, now I know! Goes along with what I also believe! You are who you are when no one is looking or around! Also the placebo affect is strong with me! Ty for this great in-site & knowledge! 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽 in other words I’m on the right track! 🙇🏽‍♂️

[@fansofmattcutts9047]

Memento Mori

[@joanneharker3358]

The obstacle is the way. I first heard this saying from a podcast or video I saw you speak in a few years ago. It really changed how I look at challenges, and all the challenges I have faced in my life. It's made me grateful to have lived through an incredibly hard, difficult, tragic childhood - I know I'm the person I am today because of it, and I'm happy about that.

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[@robertgorin1002]

Opportunity is a scarce commodity. I will partake in this; there’s no limit to what you can achieve in life (including success) if you put your mind to it. Luckily I stumble into this.

[@osse1n]

*"There are no problems in life. Only possibilities for growth."*

[@tavoiaiono7885]

yes I dont make mistakes, I create oppotunities to learn. My friends laugh when I put things in these ways but seriously, they can laugh all they want as I learn to create my new world and new perspective. Its actually quite fun.

[@mauricioalfaro9406]

There ARE problems in life.

[@beamay]

@@mauricioalfaro9406 Only if you view them that way. It is all about perspective.

[@Jonaske99]

Tavoi Aiono let them laugh bro. My friends do the same. We’re way further in our spiritual and emotional evolution.

[@raymondtendau2749]

On KZbin,there no comments, Only Ossein. 😁

[@orhansaimdemirturk]

1. Always do the right thing- Summum Bonum- virtue is the most important thing 2. Amor Fati- The stoic loves everything 3. Premeditatio Malorum- have low expectations 4.The obstacle in the way is the way 5. Ego is the enemy 6. Sympathea- we are all interrelated 7. Memento mori

[@creatingstuff2day]

Orhan Saim Demirtürk thank you fir writing these lessons out.

[@fansofmattcutts9047]

Thanks a lot 🙏

[@purebrediggy9150]

What is memento mori?

[@keisi1574]

@@purebrediggy9150 “Memento Mori,” or translated in English, “Remember you must die.” The point of this reminder isn’t to be morbid or promote fear, but to inspire, motivate and clarify. The idea has been central to art, philosophy, literature, architecture, and more throughout history. As Socrates says in Plato’s Phaedo, “The one aim of those who practice philosophy in the proper manner is to practice for dying and death.” dailystoic.com/history-of-memento-mori/

[@raymondtendau2749]

@@purebrediggy9150 a latin phrase which means,"remember that you shall die"/Remember that you are mortal.It is a reminder of your/our mortality.

[@Alex-pq1sj]

I'm just so glad to have found Stoicism at the age of 18.

[@hawkeyelegend2039]

Me too bro

[@taranwarner6822]

You will have a very fruitful and meaningful life

[@Davidperez-qj1iz]

literally same

[@iczyth3972]

I'm really grateful that I've found Stoicism at the age of 13. Along with the Arts of War and 48 Laws of Power.

[@johncardono8056]

Im glad to have found it at the age of 30. Props to you for figuring things out so young!

[@phyadeliclearner7974]

I'm 17 and I accidentally taught myself stoicism before I even found out about it, after my parents split up in a very big argument on the 23rd of December 2019... my Xmas was still amazing and I slowly taught myself stoicism from there on. But I only found out about it 3 months ago... it feels good to know that I'm not the only one who felt like this, for a while I was confused on why I thought like this. But now I'm doing great, my life's so great even when I'm in such a bad place I can still find happiness in daily life and work on myself for the better.

[@edwintepuendikum3527]

Big respect keep up 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@clgr2062]

Saammee i didnt know what ive been doing is stoicism

[@phyadeliclearner7974]

@@edwintepuendikum3527 thanks I'm trying❤

[@phyadeliclearner7974]

@@clgr2062 aye crazy shit dude

[@edwintepuendikum3527]

Please keep up you’re doing good so far. I believe you can do it. I’m 39 years old, dropped out of school at the age of 18 years. Not knowing how to read and write, even worst couldn’t express myself in English language. Stoicism has completely changed my life. Now I’m born again You can do it

[@afterhours39]

When someone cuts me off in traffic, I realize that I probably needed to slow down. This has actually kept me from being involved in auto accidents....

[@tavoiaiono7885]

Nice. Now we are finally getting it. yes......reminders. Love and light bro.

[@maxezaz7694]

Another way of thinking is that even if they hypothetically did cut you off because they are just rude people, feel pity for their sorry state rather than anger at them. I think Marcus said this or another stoic.

[@teddymills1]

When I am in traffic I never think of it as a contest or a race. I am almost never in a rush. I take my time. I enjoy the trip. If someone cuts me off I may get a bit annoyed. But there is zero anger zero rage. I do not assume other drivers will do anything. I go slow and defensive. Works.

[@deez3063]

@@teddymills1 defensive driving is great, but going slow is actually dangerous. Be sure to stay in the right lane please. Slow drivers in the left lane/people going slow because they assume someone's tailgating them, are much more dangerous than fast drivers that try to keep traffic moving, and use their signals. Don't just go slow, be defensive and reasonable.

[@pjmac3520]

I feel like I’ve always been a stoic . Without being a stoic!

[@jeffrey2839]

Me too, I feel like i've always been a stoic without knowing it's stoic

[@rehakmate]

@@jeffrey2839 True.

[@anshuaradhana25]

I felt exactly the same way😄

[@debarghamondal2810]

Same :3

[@SuperRiya16]

And I thought it’s just me 🙈🙌🏻

[@joem500]

The hardest one for me was ego is the enemy. With dysfunctional parents I was imprinted with a false sense of self. To compensate I developed a mythology and an ego. For nearly 10+ years I struggled to find happiness and connection because of it. The ego creates a hall of mirrors: the more you look for your own reflection, the less you're able to see the exit door or see others trying to help you.

[@sheilaregan5382]

Well stated ; I feel like I had this experience as well .

[@multiversos3202]

"You control how you play ".

[@EdgarRodriguez-li4dz]

Sometimes

[@edwardfarmer4230]

Marta Sousa . Very good way to put it.

[@mattbishop1093]

I had a stroke 8 years ago and was told I would never be able to walk again and I better quit trying or be kicked out of the rehab center. Instead of accepting the facts I learned to walk. I never could have recovered if I got upset or said, why me, this ain't fair! I kept my focus on recovery, found the very best, world renowned doctors and resources, over a 7 year period of daily special exercises, 4 hours a day

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this channel is like healthy delicious food!

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Like a fatty rib eye steak...carnivore is the way

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Happiness is a decision. It is our choice whether to respond to events negatively or positively. I made the mistake of waiting over 3 years to start uploading to my KZbin channel. It's up to me whether I respond to this mistake negatively or positively by taking consistent action from now on.

[@StanleySweet14]

What if you’re not aware that the choice is yours to make? Are we free to have it occur to us?

[@teresathomley3703]

You have a good channel.

[@susanalwill8335]

You are helping me save myself, god bless you my friend,my brother 😊❤❤❤

[@AboutCreativity1]

Very good, ´´practice every day´´ ´´stoic - ´´virtue´´ ´´do the right thing in the right way´´ ´´highest good´´ ´´everything you throw in front of the fire is fuel for the fire´´ ´´loves everything´´ ´´think about worst-case scenario´´ ´´what stands in the way becomes the way´´ ´´practice forgiveness´´ ´´ego is the enemy -- (what is the motivation?)´´ ´´ death = gratitude, the best way to be happy´´ ´´keep learning and keep studying´´ Bonus: ´´Do right-do your best-because it’s who you are. The rest doesn’t matter.´´ Note: The ´´Daily Stoic´´ rocks the planet at large!

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... Shred on, daily stoic!!

[@abi088]

I am in love with your voice.Thanks for your creations.

[@marioderamus7376]

“If you are experiencing problems, you are ready to transition into a new way of learning “ stoicism principal

[@pgutierrez89]

Thanks Ryan. The Daily Stoic channel gives me a moment each day to breathe and think.

[@OneOfDaKine82]

Without knowing anything about storic, last week I wanted to be more Thankful in my life so I just thought of that everything and everyone that comes in and out of my life, good or bad is their to teach me something. Say Thank you for teaching me what I need to improve within my life. Then I just seen this video in my recommendation list talk about the same thing. Thank you for the knowledge 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@Perry.T]

Love your videos I have been watching them for months enjoying them every single morning it’s a wonderful way of starting my day. Good energy to all

[@glockgrandma2517]

I moved to a new state to start a new life. My ego has been adjusted [again] 20 years ago I was a top leader in an organization that today I’m in a starter position.

[@webtrainings]

Thanks for your beautiful channel which is helping so many people follow Stoicism philosophy and make our lives better. ♥️

[@Cinemagoer_64]

Ryan is an amazing teacher!

[@rockkerr0]

Life changing - Thank You for your Service to et al...Premeditatio Malorum - eases my sorrow!

[@regularfather4708]

Tried a few of these today. I visualized the worst that my work day could possibly be, and even though I had to work in hundred degree heat it was a good day, because the worst did not happen, and I was able to simply enjoy my work and the people I dealt with.

[@vaexperience]

Do the right thing, do it right is something I've been hammering for years. It's the only way to deliver unconditional value. The reward and attribution follows, but is never the focus.

[@chefman1966]

I have heard over and over 'the obstacle is the way' but was unsure how to implement that in my own life until today. I had an issue with a customer that received the wrong product and was going to cost me almost $300 to ship and restock. It was a combination of errors on several levels to. I had to work with manager of the company who was able to redirect the product to a different location for use in another venue and would cost me nothing. At first it troubled me, but then I did my best to work through the problem to find a solution with someone that could absolutely help. Now I get it.

[@mikelobrien]

You make Stoicism so accessible with these talks, Ryan. I really got a lot out of this video. Thanks! :-)

[@EP10051]

I’ve been dealing with the loss of a loved one recently and your videos have made all the difference. Thank you so much for putting these together Ryan!

[@kennedyshimwitwa5356]

Courage is the one virtual to enable us walk a rocky road.

[@SpiritualStuntman]

What an amazing time we live in. Immense wisdom is available to all who seek her. Thanks for this video. It’s a gift 🙏🏼

[@theodoreresultan3312]

During my quarantine I'm learning the virtues of stoicism. My path burns brighter.

[@jamesthewarrior936]

Brother you are a blessing to the human race, what a bright shining soul that shines in the darkness.. Much love. Namastè 🙏

[@pride1277]

Someone has finally explained stoicism in simple English! Excellent!

[@normaquesada7307]

Thanks. Your videos have helped me a lot. Whenever I experience a difficult situation your words come to my mind.

[@piaskowygolem8514]

Thank you a lot! Love and greetings from Poland!

[@lilymulugeta6824]

Dear Ryan Holiday! Daily Stoic, I bought this book some time ago and stumbled on your videos by accident. Now i can't listen any other Stoic video than you. Got to start my day with you dear. Thank you

[@AdemirAlijagic]

EXACTLY the same here 😂

[@syedasadali8529]

“Don’t worry about the future, you’ll meet it if you have to with the tools that arm you today against the present”.

[@alicezaharian1759]

Excellent great reminder for living a truth seeking life with fairness and equality for all .

[@lisaroberts2369]

So good! Love your explanations of stoicism …. I’m enthralled

[@StoicLegendsFitness]

You are a great inspiration Ryan. ❤

[@alexplotkin3368]

Every extra day is a gift! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@snowman7070]

Very good wisdom to think about 👍

[@corystegall3583]

Ryan you have opened my eyes with your videos, I am just getting into stoicism. I am choosing to follow this path to make myself a better man both for my families sake and for the sake of the community. I am so glad i found you channel.

[@LampWaters]

Greatest moment for me was the decision to not walk with ego but walk with love and that year I was saved. God is love, so ask yourself what is ego and vanity, the vain say "I am, I am," those saved say "i am not but he is, so let me rise for his glory not mine."

[@captainalex157]

hey thats sexist!

[@rafaeldd]

Is this one of the best videos I've seen ok YT. Yes it is.

[@lottiehenry8364]

I always loved philosophy and psychology. Courage, Wisdom and Virtue!

[@markfarrell5741]

Thank you for these videos - this journey is most profound and I look forward to becoming a better person on this path...I have a LOT of work to do.

[@vincent7390]

Thank you Ryan. Since discovering your books and the daily stoic podcast I have been able to get through a horrendous couple of years, and am beggining to see light in the same places that I once saw darkness. You touch many people worldwide, and I am sharing your work here in Wales UK. Stoicism truely has saved me...thank you for your books and podcast Ryan. Keep it up. 👌👍🙏

[@alegce4497]

Thanks for sharing your wisdom. Watching and listening to your videos always helps start my mornings before going in to work. Im so grateful for finding your channel 🙏🏽❤️

[@RobertsCandR]

All of them, all the time... Have a Great Today!

[@aaronwimberleymbamsf5776]

This is great, thanks Ryan Holiday

[@dannygrays]

This is a great video. I love this summary of 7 principles. My fav is momento mori, reminding us that we will die and so this motivates me to do the things I want to do and spend time with the ones I love. Thank you Ryan😊

[@rg1283]

I am 37 and this answers lots of questions, finally

[@theresewalters1696]

I believe virtue is it's own reward.

[@chelseatomlinson5687]

Everyone needs these tips, such a kind, calm, humane approach, I've travelled a lot and this is very similar to Islam/Muslims and their mindset, lifestyle approach and teachings 💕

[@jacky7878]

1. Always do the right thing- Summum Bonum- virtue is the most important thing 2. Amor Fati- love fate - everything is taking you in the right direction, problems are opportunities to practise, what stands in the way is the way 3. Premeditatio Malorum- have the worse expectations, prepare for failure 4. Ego is the enemy - The world doesn't revolve around you 5. Sympathea- we are all interrelated 6. Memento mori - grateful for the life you have

[@edwintepuendikum3527]

Amazing thanks so much 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@tezoalvarez1979]

Thank you..you opened a great window and I can see more clear! This is great!

[@sheilaregan5382]

I feel so lucky to come upon this site today . Wow

[@johnwilson4453]

Everything is everything. Bad things will happen. Less is more but virtue and balance keeps it wound in the rite way. Accept what you can't control.

[@Swagner17]

Watching this once a day is a great practice for me

[@Swagner17]

Coming back to remind myself more

[@carolpiirto5613]

I can’t thank you enough for your beautifully worded summary.

[@troy2gomez]

i have been a stoic for a few years and i love the way you made this video so concise and compact, this video is great !!

[@surindercheema3]

Waheguru Satnam 🙏

[@Omar31587]

Remove your expectations from people and you'll remove their power to hurt your feelings.

[@danielholman7225]

Thank you, Ryan. This was a good one. I’am listening to one of your videos every morning. They are sooo good.

[@vaibhavikashikar5205]

Ryan, frankly speaking u never ever fail to impress me by your amazing talks!!! Will always be grateful to you ♥️ within very short time u have become my favourite, your talks, your books, everything and I'm hoping to meet you very soon.

[@GRAND_Strategy]

Really appreciated this one it put it all in one cup and ready to drink like a good smoothie.

[@rachcliffe3182]

Ryan, great simplification of all this reality!

[@HussainBuAdam]

The zen story is amazing.

[@gabrielamaja9672]

I love this!! Thank you. Great guidance.

[@echojenkins6964]

I had to learn this before I knew of a name for it and it's been so helpful!!!

[@susanalwill8335]

Do the right thing,for the right reasons 😊❤

[@ninadsbhatt100]

Life just goes on. Time just keeps on running. We have to, too.

[@TheDreadwolfMetal]

Thank you Ryan!

[@melodygn]

Just a little comment on what Holiday said about the notion that in Christianity, if you break one (or more) of the ten commandments you go to hell... That's a big misunderstanding... It's not as simple as that. Actually I find a lot of common ground between Christianity and Stoicism, as a Christian myself, I found stoicism to be an excellent way to interpret life and as a great practical example on how to conduct ourselves in life. Actually, if I may, there are rumors that Christ disciples actually engaged in some kind of debate with stoics, talking about the "Logos"... It's just a rumor... But an interesting one... Good day everyone and keep up the great work with the Daily Stoic!

[@jmcm152]

Do the right thing the right way for the right reason, love fate, prepare for the worst, the obstacle is the way and an opportunity, ego is the enemy, what is bad for the hive is bad for the bee, meditate on mortality

[@ashstandish2631]

Thanks for doing these videos it's great that people care about being stoic and teaching others how to improve their lives

[@orhansaimdemirturk]

"Stoic Code.." Beautiful description.

[@kennethsalter9998]

Love and appreciate your channel! Thank you!

[@reinaldox909]

Inside of every obstacle is a chance to improve your condition............I needed to hear that one today.

[@mrjivester]

So awesome! I just started practicing stoicism and loving it. Thank you

[@DiegoTheGenius]

youre amazing. thanks

[@maximyles]

Amor Fati - The stoics life is fire, and obstacles are fuel - Amor Fati, the love of fate Premiditato Memorium- The expected blows of fortune, falls less heavily than the unexpected - expect the worst and observe The Obstacle is the Way - Each obstacle is an opportunity to practise your virtues and move forward - The struggle of adversity makes us great Ego is the Enemy- you are not special, the world does not revolve around you - is what you are doing pride/ arrogance filled or does it align with your virtues Memento Mori - Medidate on your mortality - everdya you wake up is a day given to you, be grateful and live each day with purpose as if it's your last. Because it could be.

[@sashty1789]

So happy I found stoicism at 17!

[@mackshannon6708]

Love your channel. Thank you 🙏.

[@1maripaul]

I just bought 2 of your books. I'm 100 percent on board with stoicism! Philosophy was one of my favorite classes in college. I have my bachelor's in Psychology and so I have a lot of interest in all philosophy, it's our starting and ending blocks in understand the mind and individuals.

[@susanalwill8335]

I have had mental health problems my whole life,you are helping me so much,thank you 😊❤

[@avabernardini3209]

Thank you for this useful video! Many blessings to you and to all!

[@8bitgamerC64]

I've been watching a few of your videos these last few weeks. Thank you for your excellent content. The one thing i have taken from them is to be adaptable. Circumstances rarely turn out as planned, so be ready to bend as to how the winds of fate blow.

[@KerryNeeds]

This video is very similar to my favourite book called Spiritual Growth by Sanaya Roman. It’s about alchemising situations and acting from your higher self. The teachings resonate.

[@a.bogdanenko8309]

love it

[@zsuzsablom6256]

Still working daily on good character, good deeds.

[@milkandhoney7879]

correction christians do believe that but we also believe that someone who commits sin IS indeed unhappy. you’re finding an outlet to whatever issues you have by rebelling. stoicism has taken many principles from the bible without acknowledging the wisdom that came from The Most High. All praises to the creator for already knowin these things & putting in in the word!

[@caeligratia6706]

Hey, this was great. Especially your point on virtue, and on Momento Mori. As a Christian, I'd like to clarify that we don't believe everyone goes to hell for doing wrong. We believe everyone deserves hell for doing wrong. We believe there is salvation in Christ, now He can save us from doing wrong, and in eternity He saves us from hell. I know this wasn't meant to misrepresent. It's misunderstood a lot.

[@az1trey]

Wisdom of the ancients 👍🏽

[@AnishaAyrgaYaagyavalki]

Thank you for this.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@thenutbrothers8726]

Learned more from this video, Thank you!

[@kennedyshimwitwa5356]

Every task performed with the right spirit will give you victory... Kennedy Shimwitwa.

[@johncardono8056]

Cheers to another bonus day!

[@barbedienne1407]

So needed. Thank you Ryan and good luck to your family.