STOICISM: A Practical Guide (This Changed My Life)

[@CarlosGonzalez-qn4dt]

Im a divorced 63 yr old male and Stoicism helps me stay in control and worry-free. No more time spent resenting the past or anxious of the future. The Present is all that matters. Love from McAllen Texas. Carlos

[@1mphamvu]

Really nice and beautifully analytical. Thank you for this. I'm a Christian and use Stoicism as a practical tool to assist me.

[@rayfarmer6956]

I have recently been practicing the ways of stoicism and it seems like I’m a completely different person because I always had anxiety then I realized what I was anxious about and I felt stupid. I’m a different person now and have recently started going out with friends more and that girl I was scared to ask out... she my girlfriend now🤯

[@ryanmoff1]

We suffer more often in imagination than in reality

[@calebsanders85]

thats awesome

[@eonstar2441]

Good on ya

[@The_Return_of_JoyBoy]

congrats mate

[@charlierandall9359]

haha hell yeah Ray! I love this

[@johnc.6645]

I have gotten a tremendous release in my life from practicing Daoisim. I recently bought the book in the sayings of Marcus Aurelius. I was amazed at how similar Daoisim and Stoicism are philosophically to each other. A person would be well served by practicing one or both of these philosophies. Thanks for an excellent presentation.

[@SoulJiuJitsu]

The slogan of stoicism: It is what it is.

[@garyharper4188]

Yes, but what is it?

[@Brownsharts]

@@garyharper4188 whatever it may be

[@garyharper4188]

@@Brownsharts Meaningless

[@Brownsharts]

@@garyharper4188 not meaningless, the meaning of it depends on the situation

[@videopunk_project3737]

More likely: Just be confident bro.

[@skipgoforth1445]

Well done,sir! This tape of yours is the best resource for Stoicism I have found yet. I am 68,and you have caused me to regain my zest for everyday life. Bravo!

[@lilpp4791]

Respect to you sir

[@rolandbay-an9774]

Same here,I'm 68 too.

[@cupofjoe77]

You’ve been portraying stoicism wonderfully, thank you for being part of my routine

[@rossalbane7743]

I’ve never consciously practiced negative visualization but it does happen around bedtime and it takes hours for me to sleep anyway. Whenever this would happen I would typically cry myself to sleep thinking about terrible things like outliving my brother or the death of my dad and grandad but when I wake up in the morning nothing has changed and I’m Grateful for it. But at the same time I think of and even dream of and it’s a painful reminder that I got into an argument with her once in the year she passed. I’m almost 20 and I’m confident that that argument is and will always be the most outrageously tremendous regret I’ll ever have in my life. The only thing that brings me any consolation about it is the night before she passed she told me that she loved me. TDLR; cherish everyone that you have in your life and never let them go a week without knowing how much they mean to you.

[@josephk7954]

The conclusion I reached from the study of stoicism is that depression is narcissism gone sour - people obsessed with themselves but in a totally negative way. This simple idea transformed my life forever(for the better).

[@doodoobrn]

Good thought

[@michaelbutler5439]

That's your opinion but I don't agree , depression is different for everyone , some people are down and some end up commiting suicide

[@josephk7954]

@@michaelbutler5439 It's a given that there are no absolute truths - I never maintained this. I'd say it's true for about 50-60% of cases. An indecent level of egotism wallowing in it's own filth. By the same token you don't necessarily need to be depressed to commit suicide. It can come as quiet a shock to a depressed person to find out what they really need is a good kick in the rear end.

[@michaelbutler5439]

@@josephk7954 Yeah I agree with that to be fair

[@MeesterVegas]

Actually, it is exactly that kind of thinking that makes me more depressed. Depression is anger turned inwards, and it is easy to compound this by getting more angry with yourself for being depressed in the first place. I'd be real careful about sharing this idea with any depressed person you care about. What you are proposing is basically what most non-depressed people think. "Oh, they are just being selfish and seeking attention. Just get off your butt and snap out of it." It's a careless way to deal with depression, that doesn't require any effort. Kind of a paradox on the original suggestion. You might want to do a little more research on depression.

[@April.biancaniello]

Great job! I’ve been following this for a few weeks and my life has changed! Everyone who is unhappy with life, do do do!

[@Brk_Lifts]

Listening to this is amazing. I didn’t know it, but I’ve developed many traits of stoicism myself... refusing to dwell on “what if’s”, negative visualization is a big one... I do that naturally, but I always just thought I was weird for it. I do notice that I enjoy life much more than many people around me who are constantly complaining. I’ve always felt weird because I don’t complain about things and they don’t really effect me... I had no idea about stoicism.

[@drstephenwoods]

Studying and applying stoicism and the law of abundance has changed my life. I no longer feel any sense of need other than of food, water, air, shelter and am indifferent to need to be "right" and am content with just being true to me and my purpose.

[@manutei6435]

Novice Stoic. Love Marcus. Guided by Kiuso preceding Norse Sol. Meditatio: Sit on floor European; bring one leg down; descended legs ankle behind raised; descended legs side eye out. Bring in several steps. Each step visualises loved one's good quality. Apply to negative visualisation with positive eye and negative eye. Grazie!!!

[@TianaMaher]

I've just discovered your podcasts and find them delightful! Although I've only recently begun to study stoicism I feel like I have practiced many of its principles for years. I remember telling my children that they are responsible for how they respond to their own emotions. What I like to do is observe myself if I'm upset. (Almost like stepping outside myself). And ask myself, "are you having a temper tantrum?" and then laugh at myself. I really enjoyed your discourse about how you handle insults. Great ideas! Now about getting older. I am 63 years old. My fiance Gordon and I just started karate last fall. I plan to get my black belt before I'm 70. I determined to learn something every day, so podcasts and reading. I'm always working on myself and always changing the way I think. I'm really glad to have found your channel. I have a feeling they'll be very helpful. Thank you.

[@pinkysidealmond2854]

You fine

[@daviddonohue5863]

Big fan of your content my man, The philosophy of stoicism is much needed in today’s era The one enemy a society cannot overcome is comfort

[@juls_sisyphus]

True, sadly

[@nickbischoff2977]

The small series of suggestions about commenting, liking, and subscribing was the most informative and honest way I've seen someone lay those requests out. I liked the way you went about it so much, I'm doing all 3.

[@brothajack1993]

Respect to you for actually explaining why to like your video. Instead of feeling like someone mindlessly bossing me around, it actually feels as if you care about the viewers perception and the bigger consequences of sharing this video.

[@AlastorTheNPDemon]

Glad to know I have been doing all this from a very young age... if to a somewhat makeshift and less results-positive extent. Whenever I intentionally put myself through practice-difficulty and someone looks at me sideways for it, I always say "Go where the challenge is greatest, I say!" I put myself through a little discomfort in certain times if only to make my life more comfortable in uncertain times (for example: I reverse park by choice, because it's easier to just pull right out, or I spend as little as possible so I have a buffer zone in my bank for future nonsense). I see someone struggling and I naturally think of myself in that position and manipulate every facet of my life to the end of not going there and experiencing the pain of it. Nice that there's a word for it... even if I'm not quite there yet. Even better, it's more a system and less a goal, only being engaged when its criteria are met, so it is mechanically _impossible_ to fail! In any case, slowly but surely getting there.

[@wyattbranham4919]

I became a novice stoic a little over a week ago, trying not too, but still losing an opportunity to go out with an beautiful woman, due to anxiety. I have noticed immediate changes in confidence, and a lack of concern for things that used to bother me. Stoicism for the win. I would recommend it to anyone. It just makes life better.

[@rexferalman4543]

I've been doing this my entire life....I just didn't realise it until now. Now that I think about it, I probably learned it through boxing when I was a young fellow. Nobody told me what the philosophy was called, or even that I was being taught it. In a nutshell I was taught to faithfully make myself uncomfortable physically and mentally in preparation for a day when I would need that experience. Eventually I feared no one...and no situation. I enjoyed the pain. I wore my battle wounds proudly, and outside the ring I was a true gentleman and was able to diffuse street situations because of my confidence and fearlessness...but mostly for the other guys well being...believe it or not lol. My boxing days are long over but the lesson lives on. Thank you for putting a name to a philosophy that I was taught long ago without a single word spoken.

[@AlbertoRodriguez-oe6jo]

It was amazing to listen to this. Thank you so much for sharing the insights of this concept.

[@SubvertTheState]

I'm not sure about experiencing discomfort for discomfort's sake. But i do things like you mentioned, not turning the heat on (very high) in the winter and not using air conditioning in the summer. Our bodies are meant to experience and adapt to the seasons, i guess it's because i backpack year-round. But the sense of independence and satisfaction i feel from becoming acclimated to the cycles of nature is a Stoics type of satisfaction. We live with more luxuries than even kings of a few centuries ago, and it feels like no one cares. That hot shower after 3 or 4 days in the wilderness is incredible. Excellent video by the way.

[@Silly_Ziggy]

I had no idea about stoicism and after listening to this I realize that I am a natural I've been practicing these exact methods since ever I can remember from my earliest childhood strange take care and I hope other people get a lot of value from this

[@tree7770]

and do you feel like you are all alone in the world?

[@catherinecrow5662]

This. is. brilliant. I've been fascinated by philosopby from an early age, but lost my way over the passage of time. i feel like i've run into an old friend. my father gave me a book on montaigne on "how to live". i read it before he died at 93 ( last year ), disregarded it during mourning & perhaps now i can pick it, and possibly stoicism, back up. thank you sincerely

[@castrothelegend3272]

I remember you used to post videos with bad pictures in the front , BUT this ? This caught my attention. Hope all is well brother . I used to practice this and fell out of the practice after 4-5 years and it’s been bad ever since . That being said . Thank you for grabbing my attention on this topic again

[@gamzaify]

This is such an awesome video. I personally desperately want to evade and defeat the consumerism culture so prevalent today. Even just logging into KZbin, I was bombarded with videos of the latest phones, consoles, cameras laptops.. All sort of portraying how they are the best ever and how I need them.. But as I watch your videos.. I realise that I really don't need them

[@anishareddy3473]

I was just introduced to Stoicism, almost two weeks now and I have already noticed small significant changes about the way I see things. It is immensely fascinating. Please could you suggest the two free audios for me, something of your own choice, for a beginner in Stoicism... Many thanks 🙏⭐

[@theginganinjaofficial]

The fact that you mention your peers mocking your philosophical path, hits home. Happens a lot honestly. And I thought my self deprecating humor was just a defense mechanism.

[@zzgg9432]

Yeah, I like this. I used to get angry very easily and think other people are always out to inconvenience me. I go through thoughts like, do i have sucker written on my forehead, why these guys are bothering me, how to make them go away and leave me alone. I was like that cartoon cat trying to claw his way out the door when other people approach me. Now Im just chill and find more humor in life instead if drama. Its like I was living in a red haze for years but now things look so clear and simple

[@EmiRuin]

Thanks Andrew! I recently started studying about Stoicism and I'm certain that I will benefit greatly from it.

[@shawnmclean7932]

Amazing how these individuals thoughts traverse to us now. Incredible.

[@capnceltblood5347]

@Joseph K I didn't draw the same conclusion you did. I found that Anxiety was worry or fear of the future while depression was a regret of the past.

[@yeseniarobles4289]

George Arnold some of us build our future in our minds, we see it and we can almost touch it. The minute something goes left we can no longer see or touch and we panic, anxiety occurs because we hoped on it for it to exist.

[@Hanna-pv1mm]

Great! I really enjoyed this. And I couldn't help thinking that I've used some of these techniques without knowing they were stoic. Regarding life as a play, for example. As something I can be grateful to be able to participate in and sth I can watch from a meta-level point of view, which makes scary situations (that I have no control over anyway) less intimidating. I will try to practice gratitude now because I really believe it helps one become more tranquil. Thanks a lot for all of your videos. They inspire and motivate me and have helped me a lot already. I think you're doing this very very well. You're definitely one of my favourite KZbinrs ever. Keep it up❤️

[@yodd.design]

My Intentionism is to adopt Stoicism in my life right now.

[@n8mogan]

Thank you for sharing. Your video certainly illuminated many aspects of stoicism; gives me impetus to research more. I'm also a newcomer to Marcus Aurelius' writings. I think the ideas put forth here are great tools to cure anxiety/depression. Mental fortitude is key to enjoying life. Thank you again. Inspired.

[@colbyd.5044]

Sometimes the greatest way to overcome what you fear, is to survive it.

[@alexf2349]

I would love to see you do a mashup with Akira's channel to make chill step music. Stoicism quotes laced into chillstep music. The world needs that! Keep up the good work bud.

[@madeleineqiex6327]

I’m resemble a stoic by nature; I must have learned it somewhere... So stumbling on Stoicism on KZbin am Extremely in Need of a calmer/self controlled Human Being... Thankyou for this study in Stoicism... My Persona

[@chaitea3421]

Fantastic. If it weren’t for you I never would’ve discovered this philosophy! I’ve had suicidal and nihilistic thoughts for the past few months, but you have almost entirely given a purpose to my existence. I’m taking steps to change my life and challenge my discipline whenever I can now. Thank you so so so so so much!

[@preetganatra6648]

How are you doing now?

[@Nikkhil492]

I never hesitate clicking on the like button on any of your videos...love you bro

[@somedudewithoutamustache]

I sincerely needed this. Thank you.

[@Taishopony]

A patient helping to heal fellow patients.

[@gatekeeper1873]

I found your site because of JBP. I've been showing others at work your site. May you become top LOBSTER. 🦂🦂

[@wildchild1682]

Those aint Lobsters....those are scorpions. 😂

[@kphilli5]

Andrew, can you suggest what order your videos should be watched?

[@Daniel-vh1wu]

Agreed ☝🏻

[@sheilalunn5298]

My grandma told me "don't ever get old" on a routine basis. I would reply, "is that a just a nice way of saying Drop dead?"! She always laughed at that. What I liked best about this video is realizing I have been practicing stoicism for quite some time without knowing it.

[@lutaayam]

Apparently I was always a stoic without ever knowing about stoicism

[@daveh16]

Same! My whole life, up until a certain point. Life is much easier when you're stoic.

[@TheBigdan210]

Are you gay?

[@jodyclark7527]

Me too!!

[@rubizelmurgatroyd7893]

That's exactly how I felt! It just sums up eloquently everything I already felt.

[@occupiedaustralia9952]

Like wise Martin, very interesting indeed, and an INFJ which I think lends itself to that type of self reflection .

[@essah4161]

Now I am quite new to the philosophy of stoicism. It does kinda sound unusual and I ask myself if I really want it. Sometimes if you become angry over something a person did to you I would say it could show him what he did was wrong, but stoicism however tells us to not let us controlled by this feelings, but it certaintly can become useful over things you do not have control over.

[@SpiritofExtacy]

I always looked forward to being old, I think men only become themselves in their late forties, I'm fifty three now and I'm better today than I was yesterday. 'Per aspera et Astra!' however old I die I'll die young.

[@TvOnlineInternetTv]

I agree. Well said, I'm 53 on Sunday, and happier than ever ! : )

[@ines8923]

Do you guys think if a young man has stoicism, he’d miss out on anything? Edit: Mic Az Ooo

[@grantknott]

Blanket Interesting thought🤔

[@micaz999]

Blanket, great question. I think there is a trade off. In my opinion, there would be more worth in Stocism long term. Although we may not receive the instant gratification that is so prevalent.

[@IcyDidouard]

You reading to us about stoicism is a pleasant thing. Thanks.

[@bjmagiq961]

Love this channel so much

[@cjunk351]

I practised negative visualisation incidentally in my life..........before having heard of stoicism . I remember fantasising I was going to die .....or be stranded on a deserted island and cold and going to die........this would make me feel better ...and at more peace.

[@ramir3sxd]

I pretty much love your Channel, don't stop It no matter what

[@JohnMassari]

Thank you for bringing these teachings to KZbin.

[@JohnMassari]

@@AndrewKirbys I took my First 60 cold shower. Once I reached 40 seconds, going to 1 min 15 sec was easy. Then, I began to ignore the the timer. When a person's physical state is so drastically changed, all sorts of incredibly good thoughts come to mind! Keep up the great work, Andrew.

[@andrebakkers6619]

Hey. I love to scuba dive. Sinds a couple off year i dive solo. It is great to be underwater alone. It is maybe the closed to yoga. The visiolising before the dive, the hy after the dive. It makes my more relax.

[@gogotrololo]

i think it's interesting that through negative visualization that you come to appreciate the things you have, and feel as though the loss of such items could cause you some sort of spiritual challenge... i think it's an important overtone to stoicism to always expect that nothing is permanent, even things as fundamental as being capable of drinking water. negative visualization is exercising this fact, putting to mind the scenario where something loses it's permanence in order to predict your base reaction to such events. living simply is a way to limit the chances that you could feel a loss by literally limiting the things that can be lost. the practice of self suffering conditions you for the possibility of such losses, literally training you with the scenario of such loss. i believe you clearly understand this, but i find it interesting that you and I have a difference in how we would express this point. Expecting non-permanence, practicing the events of loss and adversity, it all offers perspective of what things you should fight harder to retain. it essentially gives purpose to the things you surround yourself with. Through the practice of stoicism, i may deem the deck of cards in my desk to be easy to part with, and such loss would be of no concern. In another day, i see myself with the inability to breathe effectively due to illness, and deem this as a terrible outcome. so my perspective is to give no mind to the cards, but to exercise my lungs daily in order to build their strength, to prevent lung degradation, and to be able to say to myself "i have lost the function of my lung, but have done everything in my power to retain it". having also now visualized this outcome, i may be better suited to deal with the situation rationally, should I ever find myself in it, and I may be more prepared to life life with fulfillment despite this shortcoming, since i have taken time to consider what i could do with this condition. the practices of stoicism are powerful tools indeed, but I like to remind practitioners to always consider what it is they are seeking to accomplish. You do these things to prepare for, condition for, take steps to prevent, and eventually put our skills to use to overcome the adversities that life throws at us, with rational thinking, efficiency, and concise clarity of mind. the ultimate test of stoicism, in my current opinion, is in our final breath. to know our final thought is not regret, pain, or loss.... that it is a sense of completion. will i be able to look back and say "i did everything i could to live life well, and have accomplished as much as i could have potentially accomplished with the resources and chance that was provided to me"? I believe that being a Stoic is leading me on the path to saying "yes" to this question, provided i do not lose focus. I have been a Stoic my entire life, raised in a military family to be rational, disciplined, and tenacious. I welcome differing opinions on this topic, since any self proclaimed "master" proves himself to be a fool. What is the point of practicing Stoicism? What activities do you feel helps you connect with the lifestyle? How do you describe what it means to be a "Stoic"? Is it an impervious mental fortitude grounded in rationality, logic, and clarity? Oh wait, that's just how I describe it sometimes lol

[@adithyagopinath933]

Greetings, I personally have experienced that the things that I visualise strongly end up happening in reality one way or the other and I have tried Negative visualisations long back without knowing it to be a part of a philosophical regimen and things have gone bad. Nevertheless I was able to control my reactions to the situation which I see as a success but I would like to know from the community if anyone of you've had similar experiences and if yes, did You continue with the practice? Regards.

[@avabernardini3209]

Thank you many blessings to you and to all, very nice breakdown of the practice!

[@lincolnnestoofficial3978]

I like this dude. Didn’t even have to watch the vid to know it’s content was on point

[@ghettocowss]

This is a way of life, I appreciate you for everything I have learned on this video and looking forward to continue on my own path, much thanks and I'll look forward for more (subbed)

[@nickcarroll5868]

A guid to a good life: The ancient art of stoic Joy by William Irvine is the name of the book he said was his

[@nancyvasquez9412]

Awesome video, thank you!

[@nonsenseuser2450]

Videos like these would be really nice as a Podcast or Audiobook.

[@McAllenRealtor]

Thanks for posting! This will change my life for the better. Everyone needs to hear this.

[@n3clar]

This was profound... I am slowly changing into a stoic and don't even know it. Funny how some things finds you in just the right time. Thank you for this vid. 🙃

[@anthonynewton7435]

It's all good and it really works. It needs to be tested out in times of extreme trouble to really understand it. Then it moves into being rather than rules to follow.

[@elhombre741]

Would you be willing to give some arguments which are not in favour of stoicism or perhaps discuss another philosophy which is its counterpart ? Would be really cool to put these perspectives together...

[@y.u.doodat9133]

...Perhaps be so kind as to contrast the philosophical and psychological practices of stoicism with those of Gnosticism. which I’ve only recently (like in the last year) discovered - I’m 62. Seems the two perspectives might be so closely intertwined, that I’m not sure how much difference the awakening consciousness (such as mine) would be able to perceive between them.

[@DevinDTV]

It's interesting which things he considers "novice" vs "advanced". For me, deliberately bearing with discomfort is something I've done since childhood and thought was a normal thing everyone does, whereas negative visualization is alien to me and it's difficult for me to experience the benefits.

[@occupiedaustralia9952]

Stoicism , comes about by the earnest quest for truth no matter where it takes you , and only ever for an audience of one. It is good to recognise your talent and ego is not dirty word , however leads of your talent can only be a lax or restrained as much as your honest appraisal of your IQ will allow , and the honest quest for truth at all times shall keep the IQ and ego corralled harmoniously , and no insult or put down , from any other force shall break that gate , and if so gates are like bridges, you engineer another with whatever comes to hand . You can admire your bridge or gate , but know this, there will always be maintenance that will be needed . Just know the materials that you choose for the up keep are also yours to choose , but be assured if you are honest in all you do , others can see a good gate or bridge as well , and you can see another's bridge for it's worth , and be fair if their materials may not be so readily at hand , we are born human and not with a hammer in our hand.

[@karosiket1321]

I really enjoy watching your videos, thank you for sharing this awesome content with us.

[@LordStanley94]

Interesting in that it has been more than 1 year, but only the last 1-2 months have I been practicing identical beliefs. Funny aspect is that I did not listen to any such material, and merely relied on logic, rational reasoning and also personal events. These events led me down this path. I am though very glad yourself and several others, not only share this information, rather also provide personal experiences and how you acted upon those thoughts/feelings/beliefs. It is a sense of validation and not feeling isolated. Thanks again. Keep up the fantastic work. Subscribed. 👍

[@ebolarat]

Andrew, whether you realized it or not, your presentation of this philosophy helped me get more people to like me lol. I am much more popular now even though that wasn’t my goal.

[@TheWormzerjr]

click my name to watch Son of Perdition part 4. they will hate you again for believing it

[@paulberent1896]

Ahahagaha I wish being smart got me popular but not really just a good thing need to live where u do

[@gabrielmorais3554]

Amazing video, "only when we lose everything we can be free"

[@bonkahermitakaintjudge9228]

Good points. I have done this occasionally in the past but I have to admit that not as a conscious decision. As I watched your video I did it as a conscious decision and immediately grasped the impact of what the exercise was designed to do. Good stuff Englishman lol. Seriously, really good stuff. Thanks

[@nickcarroll5868]

A guid to a good life: The ancient art of stoic Joy by William Irvine is the name of the book he said was his

[@bonkahermitakaintjudge9228]

I’m sorry but I am not sure if I understand your comment. If I understood it more I would have more to say but I am not sure how to way in on your comment. If I have more to work with in the future I will do my best to comment more. Sorry

[@y.u.doodat9133]

This is the account of a daring and fearless psychological frontiersman. An adventurous explorer of interior landscapes. Dropping tools, maps, and weapons the closer he comes to the frightening sound of the thing he fears most. Your account reminds me of the principal character Ged in Ursula K LeGuin’s thrilling psychological allegory, “A Wizard of Earthsea”, the creature had pursued him across the years and through countless places. In the end he faces the creature, his nemesis and fate, and discovers something deeply startling, (which I will leave unwritten for the explorer to discover.) Certainly death is the ultimate inevitability for all living things, as you’ve indicated. And for the humanoid, it is the ultimate test of his preparedness for death’s change when it inevitably comes. Best to drop our toys as soon as we outgrow them, and our tools when they are no longer needed.

[@y.u.doodat9133]

Because of your intrepidity, and unusually honed writing skills, I’ve subscribed. Looking forward to following your journey, and sharing some of my own discoveries.

[@theapemen5682]

Deffinitly worth listening to

[@bonkahermitakaintjudge9228]

Thanks ( I learned a new English word today ) mate. lol. The lesson I was referring to was the one you mentioned at the beginning of your presentation. Where you suggested that I try to imagine what position I would be in if I was to lose those things that I hold closest to me. When we do that consciously you truly can see how blessed I am. While living off the grid ( thus Hermit), when a huge snow storm would hit my area I would often wonder how good of a decision I had made moving out there. That quickly disappeared though when matched against the a quarter of a million to three hundred and fifty thousand people that had placed all their faith in modern conveniences were suddenly thrown into darkness without heat because they were dependent on society and a false sense of security. The whole presentation though was very good, interesting and very informative. Thanks again

[@kahiakola8879]

I'll began do that because I have lot problem with my professional life I practice mindfulness but it isn't efficient enough thank you for your advises

[@dschertz9622]

I have followed Tim Ferriss for years, read Seneca many times. Through my journey of life, I have never thought I would seek the Stoic path. With technology of today, we are able to share these ancient ideas. This is the modern stoa poikile, I would be honored to discuss this amazing philosophy with you? About your personal journey, how you have arrived to this insightful place? I would be honored to share some of my concepts with you. Thank you for your time and keep up the insightful work.

[@deanodog3667]

Seneca was a fraud !

[@schertz8]

@@deanodog3667 , Who is the true fraud? Seneca or You?

[@deanodog3667]

@@schertz8 seneca of course , i dont purport to be a stoic !

[@free2tingleasmr918]

I enjoyed that so much!

[@JC-cs1mu]

Andrew Kirby thank you for sharing . I've only just discovered your channel and the fact that through my life the principles within stoicism when applied to my daily routine have been the ones that gave me greatest output and joy. I really appreciate your ability to apply your own personal experiences in explaining key principles in building a sound foundation mentally, emotionally and physically. Spot on brother. Please keep the good work and keep it coming it's much appreciated. 10k likes? I look forward to seeing that happen and believe it will in short order when those that seek find this content as powerful as I. 👍 - JC

[@rodrygrogalski2242]

Thank you Andrew, great info!

[@CarlosMartinez-ss2og]

Thanks Andrew.

[@nakedglass]

Well it turns out I've been practicing much of this for many years. There's just a couple areas I've allowed to go weak. Sweet! Back on target

[@hereagain8344]

Very informative and good listen. I enjoyed the format. Will subscribe.

[@oftenwrong.]

I am indeed glad I discovered stoicism

[@kiara4345]

Thank you so much!! I needed this

[@SamGirgenti]

Thank you very very much for your awesome presentation, it's inspired me.

[@LifeisA_Dream]

What we are is beyond all labels, which I learn from Sedona Method. But on this plane we have a role to play and I to aspire to stoicism and thank you for these helpful videos!

[@rolvi111]

Very good explained....!

[@bonkahermitakaintjudge9228]

P.S. Did I say that this is really good stuff? Cause this is really good stuff

[@elenagruber5953]

only two words to say: thank. you.

[@mazen2373]

Thanks for everything keep going 🌹😏

[@justinroberts2158]

Not to be dramatic but listening to your writing is like reading an audiobook by a favorite author

[@skid1988]

I was going to say, “The visuals alone characterizes the point.”, but it looks like this a redundant assortation. Thank you Andrew for the doubly informative video!

[@theunconventionalenglishman]

Collecting butterflies: I really like how that was put. Great stuff - excellent work on this video!

[@bastidface]

"Simple minded pleasure seeker." What a horrible fate.

[@marilynbarker8255]

Excellent!!

[@stoneyNET]

Thank you for this Andrew.

[@usedcolouringbook8798]

As an adult aspie, stoicism has been the only way I could cope with my issues as well as find a way forward.

[@heatherthaxton451]

I was reading this book today and decided to listen to something stoic on the way home- and then you are reading from it lol I'm on my 3rd reading of this book at the moment. I heard Massimo participates on a yearly Stoic gathering, maybe on Wisconsin?