9 Stoic Tips For Beating Resistance (With Steven Pressfield and Ryan Holiday)

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When we sit down to do any important project whether it’s writing a book or a business plan, we face Resistance. The bigger the project, the more vulnerable or creative it forces us to be, the stronger the resistance.
We’re not productive because of the Resistance.
In this video Steven Pressfield and Ryan Holiday talk about strategies that you can use to overcome this Resistance and do what you were meant to do.
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[@bobgonsalves6162]

I run on a beautiful rural road in New Hampshire and every time I do I get bummed out by the amount of litter and trash. I always say to myself that I should pick it up and I will get it next weekend. I watched this video on resistance and went up to the road with some trash bags. I got three huge trash bags of litter within 100 yards of both sides of the road and I felt better that I did it. If we cannot do the simple things, how will we do the hard things?

[@amymartin5753]

I can relate to your feelings about seeing trash in nature. I live in a town that’s on the bay in California and we have a peninsula where people can park and look at the water. And honestly, you can see that some people just open their car door and put a bag of fast food garbage right on the asphalt instead of walking a few steps to the nearby garbage can.

[@jonfernandez8027]

"Do nothing that is of no use". I first saw this quote and thought of it as some colossal herculean endeavor. How do I remain productive all day? But then I flipped it and began to eliminate all the non-productive endulgences like completely cutting out streaming services, stop playing video games, removing all social media but you tube. I replaced the new found time with reading, yoga, sudoku, doing research and starting an investment portfolio. It's been months now and I no longer miss the things I've removed. I feel lighter, much more productive, and have earned a sense of purpose.

[@LionStoic]

It sounds like you've made some big changes and it's great to see how much it's benefiting you. Keep it up!

[@ShondaD_]

This pops up on my feed, right after I was telling myself the same thing earlier. I am the one that's up against myself. I say I'm gonna do this tomorrow, tomorrow comes and I still don't do it. A part of me wants to do the thing, but the other part says "we have to do this first" and it's a constant battle with myself. And now 2 yrs later I still haven't started my own channel. But I think this is the sign I needed to see and hear. Thank you.

[@catsteinhilb2880]

Start it

[@ShondaD_]

@@catsteinhilb2880 ❤️❤️thank you so much.

[@georgelee9278]

Do it today, one short, 30 seconds long, no editing, post it. One small act no matter how small always leads to the next.

[@penelopemason3786]

Don't look ahead, start small, build.... Wishing you all the best

[@ShondaD_]

@@georgelee9278Thank you so much❤❤

[@georgelee9278]

“The war of art” and “Turning Pro” are up there as my top books. Recommended both already today!

[@user-vg2lz8yb8z]

*the art of war

[@georgelee9278]

@@user-vg2lz8yb8z No “The war of art” is correct

[@HA4-7-8Productions]

I have never seen Steven Pressfield but I loved reading through his book "The Warrior Ethos". After watching this video I feel like I got this education early in life but it has taken years to really develop. The little engine that could, The Lorax, Horton hears a who, Rainbow Fish, etc. There is something funny when I put the thought together: Take it day by day, but live like there is no tomorrow. Thank you for this content. I'm gonna go get some steps in now....With my HOKAs :)

[@onelove8062]

Good to see a writer making it in 2024 You have so much energy its reminding me of me when I don't feel apathy The 4th hour is absolute gold

[@rafaelgomez1989]

❤ THIS IS GOLD = LOOOOVE IT !!!!!

[@junaidtownsend6405]

I appreciate these informative and inspirational videos. Often times they are the only things that keep me going when I am truly struggling to get anything done. Currently trying my best to write my first research paper and eventually get started on my PhD thesis, so thank you for the boost and inspiration, Ryan 🙏.

[@minasmicrocosm]

Oh man...halfway through, I spotted the "fragile" lamp from A Christmas story on his shelf...and now I love this dude even more.

[@TraderJu]

Ryan holiday how to get through resistance 1. Resistance: Resistance is a negative force that is trying to prevent you from doing what you set out to do. 2. Be Disciplined: The only way to get through resistance is through work. And that is what discipline is; you have to be disciplined and get through the task even when you feel resistance. 3. Work without attachment: Get into a “flow state”, where you’re completely present, focused on the task at hand, and not worried about potential outcomes in the future or worried about the past 4. Don’t try to be perfect: focus on showing up day to day and doing what you can do today because step by step, you’ll achieve your end result. 5. Hour 4: You have to keep push even when the beginning phase of a project/task is hard because you’ll eventually have a break through in the project. 6. Say No: the Resistance wants you to be distracted and say yes to everything else but what you’re supposed to do. Say no to the things that aren’t aligned with your goals 7. Focus on the essential: Focus on your calling and do that work first. Don’t let in distractions. 8. Take it step by step: Stick to the process. Action by action, step by step, you’ll make progress towards your goal. 9. Let fear Guide you: Don’t let fear stop you from achieving your goals. Lean into the fear and do it anyways. 10. You may not get tomorrow: Take advantage of this moment now because it’s our time is it guaranteed. We don’t control how much time we have but we control how you use it. Carpe Diem

[@kramer9929]

That bookshelf is looking creative.

[@HA4-7-8Productions]

I thought the same thing.

[@Goblin3rd]

Epic. Made a new playlist to add this vid to. Hugely valuable

[@yoquieroemily]

Thanks so much. really identify and timing on point.

[@marniebrimhall986]

This list is absolutely beautiful!

[@alexanderzapataG]

Saludos desde Colombia 🇨🇴 thanks For your words… for yours amazing books …

[@cesarmurillo4503]

Pensé que era el único colombiano aquí ❤

[@alexanderzapataG]

@@cesarmurillo4503 Yo también pensaba que era el único colombiano en este canal 😂. Me encanta Ryan, he comprado varios de sus libros en inglés y actualmente estoy trabajando en escribir el mío. Siento que el estoicismo es mi camino y estoy emocionado por explorarlo más a fondo y vivirlo día a día . ¿En que parte de Colombia estas ?

[@cesarmurillo4503]

Soy del norte, santa Marta. Sigo a Ryan desde hace casi un año cuando empecé a incursionar en el estoicismo. Aunque aún no he leído ninguna de sus obras, todavía. Sería genial saber de tu obra cuando la publiques, seré uno de los primeros en apoyar esa empresa. Pienso que a nuestro país le hace falta algo de estoicismo.

[@ricardoveiga007]

Wise and inspiring. Thanks! :)

[@Ella_1994]

You're absolutely right! Being in the middle part of a project is the most beautiful experience where the nervousness of starting it is not there b/c you're well passed having started and also no idea of it's end. The flow state.

[@LionStoic]

Exactly! That flow state where you're fully immersed in the process is really something special. It’s that sweet spot where creativity and productivity meet, and everything just seems to click. Enjoy the ride and make the most of this phase!

[@Ella_1994]

One of the best vids you've ever made! If not the best!

[@robbremault8145]

Great discussion by two talented, creative writers!!! Lessons for us all, I try to shift my thoughts to direct myself to that creative level. Thanks!

[@larryconkoljr.8915]

I do pencil drawings and every bit of this applies just like it does to everything we do on some level. Thank you for this video.

[@mikesimpson1368]

An inspirational film, Ryan. There is so much there that resonates, as I’m in the early stages of building a startup on my own. Thank you, you’ve reassured me I’m on the right path and given me the tools to keep me on it when challenges arise, not least self-doubt.

[@amymartin5753]

Love the background music! AND love the message!!

[@vincaso]

Man I needed to hear this, especially with me trying to build a KZbin channel. I’ve felt some success with it but nothing super substantial… I’m literally in the era of discipline right now

[@Shroedinger73]

I’m getting ready to It’s giving me anxiety lol I’ve been putting it off for years. I think it’s time ⏰

[@arshaddahlan]

​@@Shroedinger73 I feel the exact same way haha! Been thinking about starting one for 4 years 😅😂

[@Jeff-xb4oo]

I am currently in that wonderful feeling area you described. I am building something and I am seeing something wonderful happen but struggle daily. Thanks for the grounding video needed it today.

[@stoic6316]

Why put off till tomorrow, when you can do it today! Ancient Wisdom Rocks!!

[@aaronwimberleymbamsf5776]

Great meditation to start the day. That whole sense of just doing it tomorrow is very parsimoniously defined by the economic concept of the "Time Inconsistency Dilemma".

[@ahmedsammoud1882]

Yes

[@nickb4646]

Enjoyed the video. Find Seneca to not live up to his quotes but they still provide value.

[@Ella_1994]

Time for me to read resistance! I think I am facing a little bit of resistance at the moment!

[@lavenderhoney8385]

I have a question. I'm curious about something.. In case of manifestation, I have to do some manifestation technique like visualization, vision board etc. (I have to imagine everything my dream career / house / car etc. ) But, in the law of detachment we have to forget what we want ? Otherwise it'll show up like I'm chasing my dreams? / goals?? Which I can't find link between these two technique. I don't understand this part. Can you please explain / make a video to get to know clearly about manifestation and law of detachment.

[@ShondaD_]

Interesting, I'm curious to know that as well. I thought that the law of detachment is when we must let go of, for example, the past or past experiences that hinder us, in order to manifest the things we truly want. But yeah, that would be a good video to see.

[@arwmotivational]

Psychology says; If you don’t clear your misunderstandings in time, they become the reason for distance forever.

[@amanreadeth]

I’m still reading the daily stoic but only weekly 😆😎🤘

[@adaf123]

Is like me right now. I hear the resistance telling me to change this video for a more dopamine producing video. I will watch this entire video and then put my phone away to do what can get me closer to my goal. Thanks Ryan!

[@brasileiro1009]

Como fazer pra traduzir pro idioma brasileiro ????

[@phillippearce9680]

👍

[@jamesryan82]

Flex culture on overdrive. Is this what the stoics would have wanted ? 😅

[@raginald7mars408]

just one Impulse Control

[@mykilfremn26]

could you please talk about how bad it is for your feet to actually wear giant pillows on your feet.

[@einarrull]

If you know yourself, you will not be surprised. Develop 4 virtues.

[@Ella_1994]

I think resistance is simply our animalistic part that holds us back even if we love to do the thing we're being held back from b/c WE-want it. Not our physical (3d)/animalistic body. It tries to collect (survive) energy not spend it by doing stuff!