How 10 Years Of Studying Stoicism Changed My Life

[@Pologram]

Hello Ryan, I am from Cyprus where Zeno was born and driving to Larnaca where ancient Kition his birth city was for a drink right now and listening to this, this is amazing.

[@ZenStoic10]

Connecting with the birthplace of Stoicism while embracing its wisdom-what a powerful experience!

[@neil1820]

Ryan I’m speaking for all of us here, we love your passion. Thank you sir

[@ingebird3380]

Hi Ryan. I just turned 69 years old. I have been listening to your videos and studying Stoicism for a year. I am learning so much so I want to thank you! You help me navigate our crazy world.

[@Gavinsnana]

This isn’t an attempt to one up you. I’m 78 and have been reading Ryan’s books, receiving his daily messages, watching his vlogs and I’m amazed with the change in my life. I knew nothing of Stoicism and can’t thank you enough Ryan! You’re impacting the lives of many people, and one by one the world by resurrecting Stoicism.

[@stefan-eckhart]

Nice

[@GaelYonnet]

"For Epictetus... ambition should not be focused on externals but on internals. A Stoic's greatest, most impressive triumph, he said, is not over other people or enemy armies but over oneself - over our limitations, our tempers, our egos, our petty desires." Lives of the Stoics. p161

[@ThenightOwl0016]

I like your way of speaking How accurate it is

[@StoicismLegion]

I love the books that you talked about and recommend. Your videos are so good and of such high quality!! I love your Daily Stoic book. I think everyone should have a copy of it! Keep up the great videos and keep staying true to the Stoic way! Easy upvote

[@agentofthewild684]

I really appreciate the details near the end showing that Epictetus and Marcus Aurelias are on opposite sides of the financial/societal spectrum, yet face their hardships in life as though they are equals. It goes to show that life is a struggle for all of us and that no one man can escape them, but it's how we face them that truly matters.

[@Thelimey]

Love this Ryan! Been following you from day X

[@theresistance713]

You videos were a turning point for me. Thank you

[@MikeB_2112]

Same here. 🙋🏻‍♂️ Never heard of it until I clicked on one of Ryan’s videos.

[@theresistance713]

@@MikeB_2112 one serious turning point I had was when I read Thomas Szasz

[@theresistance713]

@@MikeB_2112 nice music you got on your channel. Soothing and sincere.

[@94cruicky]

Once again, Thank You Ryan! I will never get over the fact that a slave inspired an emperor 🤯

[@StoicQuotes365]

The Stoics teach us that control over our inner world is the key to freedom-no matter our external circumstances. Epictetus's understanding of freedom resonates deeply, especially in today’s fast-paced world. What’s your favorite lesson from the Stoics?

[@94cruicky]

@@StoicQuotes365 The chief task of the philosopher: To separate things into two categories. The things we control and the things we don’t control and to focus all our energy on what we control. This simple idea changed my whole life forever!

[@StoicQuotes365]

@@94cruicky It's amazing, isn't it? Epictetus's life story is a powerful reminder of how much we can achieve when we master our inner world. The wisdom of the Stoics truly transcends circumstances! Glad to see it made such a lasting impact on you! 💪📖

[@StoicQuotes365]

It's incredible how ancient wisdom from figures like Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus remains so relevant today. The idea that every challenge is an opportunity to practice virtue is truly life-changing. How do you apply Stoic teachings in your daily life?

[@stevenstewart6349]

Aurelius has been a hero of mine since first reading Meditations as an undergrad. Loving the Daily Stoic content. Keep up the great work.

[@ethana8601]

Thank you 🙏

[@Conhanhuyenky]

What an insightful video! I really appreciate how you brought the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus to life. The way you connected their teachings to our modern struggles is truly inspiring. It's amazing to see how their philosophies on virtue, self-awareness, and resilience remain relevant today. Thank you for sharing such profound insights in an engaging way! Keep up the great work!

[@MikeB_2112]

Iron Maiden - Killers Another great reason why I subscribed and follow Ryan. 🤘🏼💀🤘🏼

[@jennifermizrahi98]

Metal and stoicism. The best combo ever.

[@BlueVJones]

Amazing Ryan and all at Daily Stoic. Thanks so much again

[@learninghowtolivetakesawholeli]

❤❤❤❤ yes agree brother lets gooo I've been stoic for 2 years now whoooohooo

[@clemente1506]

Hey Ryan, what a great video. Thanks for doing this. I appreciate it. Thanks for all the good work you are doing. Best, Jim Domino

[@avx4281]

Thank u Ryan.

[@LafaelHirschberger]

You are a big inspiration for me. Thank you very much ryan!

[@billygoat7085]

Thanks for your videos. They are changing my life.

[@virdianaperez1593]

Love your T shirt 😄👌🏼

[@Missa_and_Catula]

Appreciate your voice and thoughts in this crazy society ❤

[@michaeltacoronte]

Thank you for the video

[@TullyMars-d3m]

Thank you!

[@BooksWithNahiyan]

Thanks for sharing 💚

[@ФокусникАртемНежута]

thumbs up only for his rock t-shirts. at this time - Iron Maiden 🤘🏻

[@ItsNeverTooHot4Leather]

Epictetus' Enchiridion is one of the best books that you can read in less than a day.

[@StoicQuotes365]

Marcus Aurelius's reminder that 'the obstacle is the way' has been my guide through tough times. It’s empowering to see challenges as opportunities for growth rather than setbacks. Who else here finds strength in the Stoic approach to life?

[@anteon87]

Awesome vid and words, and i like the Killers shirt

[@СвятославЛипский]

Very great wisdom! Thank you so much for broadcasting it and sharing all your ideas and conclusions and insights!!! I wish you could speak in a natural tempo with logical pauses not cut out of the video... Words produce thoughts and many deep ones actually would do much more impact if they had more time to be assimilated while listening

[@Biswanath-y5l]

this format really suits me

[@JayTheStoic]

"If it is not right, do not do it; if it is not true, do not say it." - Marcus Aurelius

[@TRXST.ISSUES]

Great lessons

[@hemantshetty6790]

really liked this video

[@BikramJena-ir6wn]

you got a new sub!

[@ytjit463]

awesome video

[@theresistance713]

I like your videos. You should start reading Thomas Szasz...

[@MattsFreeChannel1]

I think a lot of the more superficial or lighter Stoicism stuff leaves out the Nature aspect. People who promote Stoicism as sort of self-empowerment strategy without being focused on the natural order of things, as they were, almost invariably fail.

[@no_one514]

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[@NS_DarkFire]

best!!!

[@scottk1525]

You should watch "How Stoicism Became the World's Greatest Scam."

[@kennethdubard9065]

I'm not sure. Care to give a synopsis?

[@scottk1525]

@@kennethdubard9065 Most "stoicism" being marketed isn't true stoicism. It's "bro-icism." Meaning, it's not about enduring suffering or controlling one's emotions under adversity so much as it is about accomplishing things, solving problems, moving forward, being cool and powerful, attracting women, etc.. In other words, it's just superficial hustle culture protocols masquerading as ancient philosophy in the hopes of appearing deep and timeless. I think if you could bring the OG stoic philosophers to the modern age in a time machine, and show them all these hustle bros marketing and merchandising "stoicism" with endless gimmicky self improvement content, they would think it's an absolute travesty.

[@kennethdubard9065]

@@scottk1525 That was the impression I have gotten from the little I had heard of the film. The hyperbolic title is problematic. Stoicism has suffered from pejoration. Many critics of say, for example, Ryan use a wide and flat screed to accuse him of things he's not actually doing and stances he doesn't actually take. If someone like Andrew Tate mentions Stoicism it puts me off because I know it's going to be way off. Ryan has gone out of his way to call these types out because it is Just. Does Ryan make more money than me or probably you? I bet. Is there a coordinated scam on the behalf of Stoicism that deserves to be called the "World's Greatest Scam?" No. That's dumb. The World's greatest scam is trickle down economics, lol.

[@scottk1525]

@@kennethdubard9065 Yeah the title is hyperbolic for sure, but the video is spot on. He actually takes it pretty easy on Ryan, mostly just giving him guff for his excessive merchandising (memento mori coins, 7-day courses, etc) Personally I find Ryan's stuff to be about half true stoicism and half generic problem solving and generic life advice. Just an example, he recently put out a video about having hobbies. He tried *so hard* to make this tip relevant to stoicism, but it's not. Not even a little. He has a bad habit of interpreting literally everything as either stoic or non-stoic. If an action you take solved a problem, helped you overcome something, or even just made you feel better, congratulations, you behaved like a stoic. If not, not. He once called Elon Musk out for not being "stoic" about his decision to buy Twitter. It's getting weird.

[@kennethdubard9065]

@@scottk1525 I personally don't see anything particularly un-Stoic about making a living. Certainly not all of the greats were a monolith of aseticism. It takes money to do things these days, and a discussion can be had about the elimination of free public spaces like the Stoa. I'll probably watch the movie and check my bias while acknowledging I am. I, for one, am happy to have this philosophy and its practitioners close at hand. I keep the four pillars in mind when judging the quality of the ideas.

[@GabrielGonzalez-mw9cg]

7:45, its "criss-cross" not "christ cross" right?

[@JasonWhitman-i9j]

Hezron

[@topocum]

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[@katgirlblue]

I found the book very hard to understand, in fact, I don't think I understood much at all.

[@kateygreene9991]

I am a 7th grade English teacher who instituted your "Commonplace Book" in my classroom last year. I saw such a difference and was so grateful for stumbling across your video that sparked it all, that I reached out in an email via your book store. I did not hear back. At the end of the school year last year, I was so pleased at the progress my kids made, I put together a packet of their best samples, printed them in color, and sent them to you, along with a cover letter expressing my appreciation for what it had done to enhance the students' reading experience. I did not receive a response. I followed it up with another email a few weeks ago. Still no response. If you are on this platform to inspire people, the least you could do is give them the courtesy of acknowledgment when you do. Unbelievably disappointed and unsubscribed.

[@johnsquires387]

Whether there is a response or not, you know the good that it brought to your students. If their lives were changed for the better, all is good. There is no fame in virtue.

[@kateygreene9991]

@@johnsquires387 I see you point; however, all that effort was not for me. It was to show my 7th grade kids there are real, "normal" people out there who can testify to the benefits of reading. And I wanted them to hear it from someone besides me. There is also something to be said for common courtesy.

[@JacobAmoako-e6u]

I like you but please leave the politics out

[@Minutemansurvivalist1999]

He didn't mention politics in this video.

[@Okami404]

👑📗🔮

[@1cx7r23]

Anyone in 2024?

[@thekantedkalcedony]

….

[@raginald7mars408]

Cult of Holy Day Church Pope

[@ChronoTriggers]

Nah, nice try diddy

[@robertcarlsson4564]

Nothing you learned

[@MikeB_2112]

Calm down Yoda 🙄

[@johnsquires387]

Learned a lot, did I.

[@CorporatePantsula]

You lost me on the Peterson bro 👎🏾 You really lost me. I’m glad you back to speaking about dead people instead of showing your envy for Peterson who outsold all your books in literally just one 😂

[@mechsixnine]

I agree with you. Ryan has mentioned to not let your personal views drag you down and to be nice to your enemies. Yet he be littles specific people that share opposite views.

[@markevans8206]

Selling a lot of books only tells you that someone sold a lot of books. Not the truth or value of what’s between the pages. Someday you’ll figure out the JP is 5% psychology, 95% grifter.

[@jeffhodge7333]

Be more concise.