9 Stoic Lessons I Learned From Iron Maiden

[@Hendrix64]

As a Maiden fanatic since 81, and a long time practitioner of stoicism, this video is incredible. Great work, Ryan.

[@DireTribble]

Same thoughts exactly (also a fan since 81). If you hadn't posted this, I was going to. 🤘

[@MVProfits]

You two got me beat by a year ha ha. Fan since 1982. First song I heard was NOTB and I have been a Maiden and metal fan since. Seing them again live in a few days.

[@nemanjadjordjevic9339]

Up the irons! RIP Paul 🕊️

[@dirtymosfet]

Greatest band, and excellent link to stoicism. You are now also known as Ryan Maiden 😂

[@redstar40]

That was good!

[@bikerjon8934]

1. Focus on what you control 2. Build on greatness 3. Know what business you're in 4. Develop range 5. Success & fame are byproducts 6. Respect the boundaries 7. Consistency is key 8. Play the long game 9. Don't waste your life

[@lucasproctor7464]

RIP Paul Di'Anno

[@TheTraderGuy]

Yes, sad. Killers was one of my favorite albums of all time. Saw his band called "Killers" in a 500 person club years later. Was very cool.

[@ChowdhuryMdTanim]

The entire lyrics of 'Wasted Years' talks about living in the present... To me, very stoic...

[@vincentgiordano7510]

Thank you. I'm glad others see that

[@johnburtstrider4051]

This is awesome. 53 now. The song Wasted Years becomes more relevant every year for me. Great stuff!

[@94cruicky]

This is what I love about Ryan. He does what he wants and practices what he preaches. Plus knows so much about this life changing philosophy

[@EclecticCleric]

This is so great. My second year as a Rabbi, I did my Rosh Hashanah sermon on The Jewish Lessons of Rush. I was so proud. Everyone should try combining their passions like this, Ryan

[@RG60Ibanez]

That sounds amazing!

[@EclecticCleric]

@@RG60Ibanez I was so pleased, but I don't have the sermon notes anymore. I know that I talked about how they never stopped learning, growing, and challenging themselves, for example in La Villa Strangiato, and also the various pseudo-bands they played in together. I recall I used a lot of information from Beyond the Lighted Stage.

[@jaspergillgannon4991]

I admire both Marcus Aurelius and Iron Maiden - what a fantastic crossover!

[@PedroCruz22]

Ryan H being a fan of Maiden makes so much sense. I just love this.

[@60woz]

Love this analogy of Maiden and stoicism as I'm just starting my journey with stoicism and have been a Maiden fan since 1982!

[@EVILTAPO]

ok....I didn't expect this and I'm extremely impressed. Maiden is just....amazing. Thank you for the breakdown. Excellent insight here, Ryan.

[@PolarisCastillo]

Thank you for using my favorite metal band as a way to convey this beautiful and powerful message!

[@HarryFlashmanVC]

Their work ethic ... I used it to motivate my son when he was at school with great results

[@Poundemonium24]

I’m a metal music fan and a musician. I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and have learned from them, but this one is special. Yeah, this one got me. Thank you!

[@samuelmagnum6047]

Perfect timing. Im seeing Maiden tonight in Chicago. Up the irons!!!

[@hgostos]

Can't express you much I have enjoyed this video. I am a Christian man who also happens to be a long-term Maiden and Stoic philosophy born in the same place (albeit 2 millennia later) as the incredibly talented LA Seneca. Thank you.

[@DevilDuck996]

Suprised and impressed. I too am an Iron Maiden fan and have been for over 40 years, so many good lessons taught and the reality is, there are lessons in all good things in life. Thank you for the this, and for finding stoicism in Iron Maiden. A real treat.

[@jackmullins70]

I’m 31 and have been in love with Iron Maiden since I first heard the song number of the beast when I was 14 years old. Maiden has been in my heart since I was I boy. Love your books Ryan. Ego is the Enemy and the Obstacle is the Way are huge inspirations/influences for me. I knew you were a metal head, buts it’s so cool to see this explicit crossover between your work and Iron Maiden. My favorite band of all time. Up the irons brother

[@jonathanmack5474]

I was flown by Bruce, very smooth landing.

[@ericmiller5603]

I’ll be seeing Maiden Nov. 6th in Worcester, MA, same venue where I first saw them in 1983 on their “Powerslave” tour, almost 42 years ago!

[@drybowser681]

I'm also attending! I didn't know the DCU Center has been around for that long, that's sick!

[@davidclark3474]

83 was Piece of Mind

[@ericmiller5603]

@@davidclark3474 1984 it must have been. Heck of a long time ago in any case!

[@ericmiller5603]

@@drybowser681 It used to be called simply “The Worcester Centrum.”

[@ericmiller5603]

@@drybowser681 I’m really looking forward to “Alexander the Great” and “Stranger in a Strange Land!” 🤘

[@michaelraemisch1605]

I just can’t believe it !!! I am a Stoic and Ryan fan AND huge IM fan. And. Bruce D is a profound thinker. Thank you Ryan

[@Joseph-wf4qg]

Crazy how that happens!¡! 🤘

[@unschooled5503]

This is your niche. Please do more of THIS. Love the lessons and how well researched this is. Stoicism is such an adaptive way of being. This I what today’s world needs to know from you.

[@catguy64]

Simply put, Bruce is the most interesting man in the world.

[@One_Proud_Papa]

But with better beer...

[@Styphon]

Classic polymath. Perfectly fits "Jack of all trades", but definitely not "but master of none"

[@WarriorDudePerson]

I watched this just before my art teacher interview and it was exactly what I needed.

[@scottmunds2786]

@dailystoic (Ryan) I just went to Iron Maiden last week here in Portland OR and brought my Daughter … it was EPIC! I LOVE that Maiden has always been true to themselves and consistently putting out near perfect Metal albums since day one. And you are right Ryan, the music is full of great wisdom, stories and I hear some Stoicism from the lyrics. BTW, you inspired me years ago to wear my Iron Maiden t-shirts at work and on my Zoom calls! ROCK ON brother and Maiden lovers here! 🤘

[@robertbromley5230]

It was a great show!

[@kurtdizon5680Cadie]

I didn't know you are a metal fan. Awesome!

[@rosetastone15]

This is a very interesting video. Thank you for making it. I never liked Iron Maiden, but now I want to listen to them.

[@vee985]

"I am not a number, I am a free man!"

[@hmoen]

One of my favorite episodes.

[@spacelion4763]

Funny I'm coming across this video now. Got laid off back in August and have been falling into a deep depression. One of the things that has really brought me happiness recently is discovering new music. I never really got into classic metal. It was just a genre I never got into. I started with Black Sabbath and became a fan over the last few weeks. That led me to check out Iron Maiden's first few albums and I am loving their stuff. I have some of their CDs on the way. Watched a documentary on them and am now a big fan

[@Rowlph8888]

Listen to the album "somewhere in time" from start to finish, there are no average songs, they are all masterpieces. It is a journey, seemingly a futuristic one

[@spacelion4763]

@@Rowlph8888 So...I've listened to Number of the Beast, Piece of Mind, Powerslave, Somewhere in Time and Seventh Son of a Seventh Son I. Their entirety. They are all killer

[@dinogalvagno4809]

If you like IRON MAIDEN you are blessed in good taste in music.

[@markmagronesr5718]

Since their beginnings this band is not been concerned with the opinion of others - they never went commercial and never changed their sound much , despite trends and changes in the genre. Stoic metal at its best - great episode - hard work persistence - put the work in and get results.

[@johnhernandez1235]

I absolutely love the feature on Iron Maiden. My favorite metal band since 81. Let’s not forget the stoic view of “Wasted years” . Great work 🤟🏼

[@FrankD90210]

UP THE IRONS!!!! Great video, Ryan!

[@janfeinberg3825]

If you ever do Stoicism and the band Rush i could get my husband to listen!

[@WastedYears76]

Ryan has quoted Rush lyrics before so as a fellow fan I sure hope so!

[@Alex-ej4wm]

Just seen them in Philly and man they were amazing! Dickenson's voice was actually stronger since the last tour.

[@Kcutthth]

I’m going to see Maiden in Philly the day after Halloween with my older brother! I cannot wait!

[@kipholscher1812]

Just starting the video, but agree about the greatest metal band in history.

[@benjimancha5515]

I get to take my 5 year old son to an Iron Maiden concert in 17 days. It will be my 3rd time seeing them and I’m so excited. Maiden has been my favorite band since 7th grade around 2001. Still the best to this day

[@serrajav]

Stoic lessons from Iron Maiden? Hell yeah!!! 🤘🤘🤘

[@benny_lee]

RIP Paul ❤

[@Inverse_Sense]

All great stuff, and as a fellow Maiden fan...you're alright with me! 😄

[@HighlandViking]

Funny... I ran camera on one of your presentations in Las Vegas just over 2 years ago and loved how you used Maiden as an example of true, self defined success. Well done on the video, lad 👍 First saw Maiden in 81 with Priest and Humble Pie, lol, gettin old I guess 😜 Up the Irons and God bless 🙏✝️🙏

[@rusty0114]

My uncle baptized me into Maiden as a baby. I have pictures of me as a baby with a Maiden shirt on. He has a ton of rare Maiden stuff. And yes I just sent him this video! 😂 Love that you’re a Maiden fan Ryan!

[@tkerrig6269]

Great video! But one point needs clarification... Bruce's book "The Adventures of Lord Iffy Boatrace" is definitely NOT a children's book. You'll be asked A LOT of awkward questions if you give it to one of your kids...

[@Jason_Greer_Art]

I am a Maiden and Ryan Holiday fan! Love the connection made here!

[@mtnbiker14]

Attracted by the Iron Maiden discussion; but live in-line with stoic principles without having put much thought into the philosophy specifically. I've always been an introspective person and focus on my own stuff rather than others or making comparisons. I'm subscribing now and am very interested to hear more.

[@davidjacobs6344]

This is great advice Ryan… spot on … very true … very valuable to anybody who’s never twigged this.

[@WastedYears76]

Maiden fan since I was 10 years old, as you can probably tell from my KZbin name 😂. I always loved that Ryan wore their shirts so great to see this video!

[@Glauber753]

I was waiting for this video!!!

[@sebastianrodriguez672]

I can't believe this random video. When I am more deep in the channel a video about my favorite band ever comes out.

[@tubicdejan2629]

well this was interesting. Maiden is amazing, even after 30 years of listening. I also admire Bruce for all those reasons, he is so "big" but is so on the ground. What he did for fans on Sarajevo in 1994 is just one of many amazing things. I dont have many, if any, "idols" but if I have to chose one , that would be Bruce. went to see them last month in Japan ❤ Thank you for this video.

[@carlosabad6596]

Excellent !! Some people complicate too much on their lives. I still enjoy Iron Maiden until today. I love every album. I dont live attached to the past.

[@TheTraderGuy]

I first saw Iron Maiden in Columbus, Ohio during the "World Piece Tour" w/ Twisted Sister. A few years ago, my 2 sons said "Dad, you know Iron Maiden is on tour, right?" Next thing I know, we are on our way to Toronto, Canada to see them for their first show. Hope your boy enjoys it Ryan. I bet he will.

[@MarkoReis]

Finally! We graduated from t-shirts to a full blown video about them. Up the irons!

[@MrvlZmb]

I always regarded “Die With Your Boots On” and “Wasted Years” as having Stoic-compatible messages.

[@gregorygarcia6542]

Great video Ryan! I've been a maiden fan since The early '80s. They are all about the music and the rest of the trappings of fame and fortune just fall by the wayside. It's a great example of how to live a focused and stoic life.

[@dmjord412]

Timely. I saw Iron Maiden live last Tuesday.

[@rorykiser7926]

Going to see them in St Paul in two days! Cheers for appreciating an amazing band!

[@theflytrapdiaries5570]

I saw Anthrax and Iron Maiden at the New Haven Coliseum in 1991. Incredible show.

[@thecranchinator3573]

Absolutely love your podcast every week and love Iron maiden, up the irons, brilliant episode ❤

[@AM-jo2wl]

Iron Maiden IS, has been & will ever be the Greatest band to exist!!! 🤘🔥💥 best video too!!

[@michaeltacoronte]

I love Iron Maiden. Have been a fan since Seventh Son of a Seventh Son was released. I love how you incorporate Iron Maiden with stoicism. They are definitely quite different than most other metal bands.

[@mittstewart5089]

Great episode showcasing bthe backstory of Iron Maiden/multi talented, creative individuals following their dreams!

[@calummckessack4329]

Rediscovered a favourite Maiden song, the moment it ended. I saw Ryan's new video about Iron Maiden. Stunning!

[@robmitchell13]

If any band was likely to write a 10-minute song called "The Philosopher Emperor" about the life of Marcus Aurelius, it would be Maiden

[@Styphon]

And It Would Be Epic! 🤘

[@MosherBear]

This is a fantastic video essay. Having been a fan of Maiden for thirty five years, you've hit the spot. It's interesting that some of the subjects came from books and movies and fans lap it up. If I remember rightly, the Powerslave album got people interested in Egyptology and later studied the subject. As a fan with a Trooper tattoo, they furthered my interest in wanting to play music, creative writing and art. Btw Maiden may not be a chart band in the States, but they had several Top Ten hits in Blighty, not that they chased that kind of success - that was down to their following.

[@ilovejapanesemusic3858]

❤❤ I've been a lifetime fan of iron maiden ever since "Piece of mind"🤩 This is a great video😊

[@MellyBelle]

Made my day! Thank you, Ryan!

[@michelangelosalmoiraghi2227]

Alright, great episode here. I enjoy your channel and have been enjoying Iron Maiden since Piece of Mind came out when I was 13 and my headbanger friend introduced me to them. I flew to Honolulu from Hawaii Island in 1985 to see them on the World Slavery Tour.What a great show and what a great fun channel here. Great analogies.

[@trialfahrer1]

Saw them about a decade ago and going to see them next year. I'm in a very different spot today, but stoicism and Maiden have been there.

[@hermesomega4303]

Love you ryan, you are inspiring and your analogy with iron maiden and stoicism is amazing.

[@TheCreativeMidlifeMan]

Scream for me, KZbin! 🤘 Great video! I’ll be doubling down on my Epictetus and Maiden this week. Thank you!

[@GigaDinks]

The point of doing something the same way and discovering new things can also be looked at as if what you are doing was ahead of the time you’re doing it in and then as time and the world changes, your way of doing things becomes more suitable or effective in the new age vs. When you first started. Sometimes sticking to what you do well can make the environment change around you to suit what you are doing so you can take the most advantage of it.

[@edc8879]

“SCREAM FOR ME LONG BEACH!!!”

[@Heavenly.Harlot]

"Scream for me, Dortmund!"

[@HubertCumbadale02]

The moral of the story is what not to do if a bird shits on you,

[@marcoalucio]

Great video, thanks Ryan. It is great you mentioned the "Wasted years" song.

[@Strapats]

We found a strong tie to stoicism in Rime of the Ancient Mariner when hitting it with the deep analysis. Of course that credit goes mainly to S L C, but, it was certainly enhanced by that song. In short, the story lifts elements of control or lack there of in almost every turn. Want for and need for control, how it can ruin any relationship, business venture or similar.

[@jurgencuypers8350]

I am a fan since 81. And a Stoa studier.

[@antonioalbares]

Dude I always knew you were a metalhead!! fav episode and I've been following for years.. also, that peace sells long sleeve, pretty sweet!

[@davidb7292]

Brilliant! I'm taking my nephew to his first Maiden concert next month!

[@jamesjazzy8040]

Good idea because Iron Maiden is for children there's a lot of songs about scary monsters oh boy

[@drybowser681]

​@@jamesjazzy8040 not at this tour they're doing, besides the walking Eddie's lmao

[@lwoonlef7]

Thank you for this video! this was awesome! Iron Maiden is my favorite band and your channel and books are amazing, this was the fusion among two of the things that I like a lot that I didn't knew I need! awesome ideas that give me a new look on a band that I love, and also seeing you talk about it with such passion about it was great!

[@redstar40]

I love Ryan. This is a great video. However, how is Steve Harris not mentioned? He wrote almost every song and he’s such a great bassist. Just saying, I was a little surprised, a writer should recognize the writer. Still, thank you for this Ryan. Very nice. It’s a band from my high school experiences in the late 80s and you are right, recognizing their strength through such a long time is amazing!

[@anothergoogleuser]

Thanks for sharing.

[@indian39025]

Wow!! One of the greatest Heavy Metal bands of all time. Iron Maiden alive and kicking!!

[@randallpetroelje3913]

Agreement…. Totally 👍 I am a metal head to and a stoic.

[@jamesabbiati5775]

Awesome vid! Love your work and Maiden! Up the Irons!

[@flavioguzman]

Ryan fan and Maiden fan here. Got my tickets for December in Buenos Aires

[@mtnbiker14]

I still have No Prayer for the Dying and Fear of the Dark on cassette because my first car didn't have a CD player.

[@jasondesjardins7371]

Great video! I'm also a HUGE Maiden fan. The only thing I'll correct you on is that Bruce's book, Lord Iffy Boatrace, is most definitely NOT a children's book haha.

[@Robloner123]

Awesome idea for a Video!

[@markotuomas672]

Fantastic video and subject! I am taking my son and my brother's to Maiden concert in next summer.

[@BonesJonesMusicMD]

Love the message of this video. Saw you with a Killers shirt in another video, now I know why 🤟 love Iron Maiden as well!!

[@MikeBuechele]

Up the Irons! I've been seeing them live since Seventh Son tour. Seeing them again in two weeks!

[@TinyNormous]

Seeing Maiden in a couple days. Enjoyed and learned from your work for a while, but never expected to see this. Rock on

[@mateuszskrzypek5393]

Thanks for posting that one Ryan! It's interesting take to present the Iron Maiden, as a successful embodiment of stoic virtues. Another notable example is The Rolling Stones.

[@alexfreeman7979]

Ryan, it’s a far cry stylistically from Iron Maiden, but Jamiroquai has a song called “Stillness in Time” that I think you would love to listen to and analyze. My daily mantra comes from it, “Anything you give me today, I will be thankful for”.

[@ajellis2891]

Do Ten Stoic Lessons from Tool next! Seriously, Maynard has a lot of great stoic insights similar to this list.

[@Madhem101]

Yes! Awesome subject my man!