The Stoic Art Of Not Panicking | Ryan Holiday Speaks To The U.S. Marine Corps

What are your panic rules?
In June of 2023 Ryan Holiday spoke to a group of U.S. Marines in 29 Palms, California about how to stay cool under pressure and set panic rules for difficult situations.
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[@Nevernotinjcrew]

I needed to hear this tonight. I’m a teacher and dreading going into my classroom tomorrow because this week has been hard. But I’m going to show up and do my job. And do it well. Thank you Ryan!

[@HazelAshleenFitness]

You’ve got this 💪 and thank you for doing your very important job 👏

[@sweener88]

You’ve got this 🤜 from a fellow teacher 🇦🇺

[@emutimedhane1233]

Honeslty more than a doctor a teacher deserves at most respect. I am forever grateful for my teachers. Anyway God bless their soul may he continue to guide them raising new generation.

[@gives_bad_advice]

You don't have to do it well. You just have to try to do it well. There's a big difference there. I teach freshman comp and some classes are decidedly not well done. . . so what? It's just another drop in the bucket that no one remembers for long.

[@lucianodalcol]

From a fellow teacher in Brazil, I understand you and feel you. Remember you’re not alone. We all stand with you. Let’s get things done. Our profession is based on hope - hope we are doing right, home the kids will learn, hope they will change the world we live in. Keep hoping!

[@StoicEvolution1]

"If you are distressed by anything external, the pain is not due to the thing itself, but to your estimate of it." - Marcus Aurelius

[@Technoartbuilder]

I’m 26 and a construction contractor, I had a very prestigious mini project which was supposed to be completed in twelve days. Today is the 16th day and whatever could go wrong, happened. Now all these 16 days me and my team have worked 15-16 hours every single day and now I’m on the verge of breaking down. But I’m taking it one day at a time simplifying simple tasks so that it doesn’t seem a big mountain. I have lost my sleep.

[@iuprising1551]

GG

[@thepunisherxxx6804]

What construction job isn't delayed? Like seriously, there are so many moving parts and things not completely in your control. Its just a thing everyone knows and accepts.

[@smashingtwoscoops4999]

Stay strong, brother! I pray that the hand of God moves over your situation and brings about surprisingly good solutions, amen! I pray this in Jesus mighty name! 🙏❤️👊

[@usmccoop]

Hopefully you've already finished, but typically the psychology that drives me home to the finish in these situations is, "I've come this far, & invested so much, & I'll be damned if I don't see it through". Anyway, I hope you completed what you set out to do & have tasted the sweet taste of accomplishing your mission regardless of any unforseen adversity. For me, it makes it SOOOOOO much SWEETER!

[@TheGixernutter]

Exceptionally apt for Soldiery.

[@largequestionmark]

As a Marine Corps Veteran, I wish I could have viewed the world like this as a young man. I think about my time in the miliary nearly every day. The Marine Corps gave me something invaluable. And yet, I could have gotten so much more, had I been able to use a mind with this depth of understanding. Today, as i randomly watch this video, I am engulfed with gratitude for having been able to be part of something as incredible as life itself and for the things I have experienced. I hope that I too can have the courage to become remotely close to being a person like mahatma, king or any other person who selflessly, and non violently presented their lives in such a way; that their behavior spoke for itself. I cannot put into words, the kind of things I think because of my service in the Marines, only other marines can describe this. I am sure many of us, can only imagine what it must be like to be a war leader. Someone whos' job is to maintain a position of world strength. A position that makes them one of the most hunted men in the world. What goes on in their minds, in the dark of the night...... is something only they know. Courage, is an understatement.

[@user-tg7pi6lu6v]

This seems like one huge contradiction. Unless I stepped into one of those rick and morty alternate universe portal worlds I dont recall MLK or Gandhi having been war leaders. I dont know if the part about living nonviolently necessarily squares up completely with that other part about being one of the most hunted men in the world

[@largequestionmark]

I can understand why you might think those things.

[@opnarth]

@@largequestionmark Good response. The Marine Corps is a peaceful organization. MLK and Ghandi could practice non-violence because they were dealing with the bad behavior on the part of the U.S. and Britain, who were otherwise freedom loving, justice loving people. But non-violence would have been a disaster dealing with southern slave owners or Hitler.

[@Rahul-rb4pj]

Iiokkoook

[@AA-ju7lk]

What a treat… a Ryan Holiday video without background music! Thank you!

[@jb-il4oj]

Thanks Ryan! I love to hear this “Do your job; Trust the process and keep showing up”. As nurse who deals with difficult people all the time, reminds me to be better and do my job as a good person.

[@Thacarshee]

Watching this early morning. Thanks Mr. Ryan You're saving thousands

[@UniCarCycles]

Love and needed this talk. ❤ Much appreciated.

[@francesr48]

Ryan, I’m not going to say you have changed my life but you have got me thinking so thank you.

[@no-hustle]

Great talk, and so great that you share these... fascinating to say the least, and one of the big takeaways is this idea of creating a series of RULES and Guiding Principles that keep you rooted during the good times and the bad. So essential in this busy and chaotic world when tough periods are sure to hit. Need to work on some rules like these, that is for sure.

[@NikoSadlowski]

It was one of the most amazing talks I ever heard. Thank you, Ryan. I hope my book, which I sent to your bookstore, will reach your hands. Thanks again for all the fantastic work you do.

[@adamsc1181]

I was here for this speech a few months ago. Great speech, bought some books after it

[@marcusdale8476]

I so needed to hear this. It is spoke of everything. I have been thinking and feeling, and haven't been able to put it together. Thank you so much, so so much, for bringing the pieces of the puzzle together to form the whole picture, for me. totally gonna look into the rest of this guys stuff. and you know what, thank you for not doctoring it up, I didn't really need to have a college education, to understand how to have grace in the face of adversity. You talk to me like you're just somebody I'm standing at the bus stop with. And I appreciate that. good luck with your journey, and being a better you. I'm hoping what you have said, will help me be a better me. I'm creating a playlist, that says, this day, I will be a better me. And I'm going to listen to this on my commute, every day. For 2 1/2 hours, to make it 42 miles, as a blind man. And that last two words, should say it all. totally cited for my whole life, 35 years, and the last 14 of it, I've been blind. I'm 49 now. And struggle with a lot of things in the world. People and their ignorance. Municipalities and whatever's. It's just hard. And I'm gonna have to obviously stop and listen to this again because, it sounds like I'm regressing. Lol. Thanks again.

[@miguellito25]

Thanks Ryan Holiday, you're my mentor, the impersonation of the values I really admire.

[@kenrust2331]

Being the calmest person in the room gives you great power and advantage.

[@wedomusic9451]

Been watching your content for a long time. Thank you for making philosphy worthwhile!

[@machoslothman]

had this on my watch later since it came out. glad i got around to watch this, very motivational :)

[@phillipciufo6947]

One of the best speeches I’ve ever heard love your books keep doing what your doing the world needs you🙏❤️💪

[@rodneywright4344]

I have watched 1000's of videos and I am a big fan of Robert Green, whom I believe is your mentor. I never thought I would be introduced to a speaker who surpasses Robert. You my friend is the real deal. This is the best inspirational video I have ever watched and will be buying your book very soon. You are destined to achieve even greater things.

[@Etiendem_]

Thanks, Ryan for sharing this beautiful work of yours with us

[@Jamzocd]

That was incredible Ryan! 🫡

[@davidjenkins5419]

Wow, Thank you, spot on in so many Great points. A must be shared with anyone you care about and any who needs to hear it straight up.

[@foxtrotcharlie7294]

Well done Ryan Holiday! Great speech.

[@ollievw3450]

Thanks very much. I have a farm and things are very tough. This presentation helps to put things into perspective.

[@jonathanzuniga3681]

This was an irrefutably the most intentional and purpose filled speeches I’ve heard and the timing (for my personal timeline) is eerily meaningful. However, something tells me the timing thing can pertain to just about any time. I’m just grateful it has found me today, October 2nd 2023

[@michaelallen2358]

This is gold, thank you Ryan.Great info.

[@AlenAbdula]

Good morning. Great talk, well put together and entertaining through the end.

[@GWhisperer]

Great presentation! This helped a lot. Thank you.

[@ErnestRamaj]

Great talk. Very well done.

[@leonardhunter113]

Thanks alot Mr. Holiday. Your knowledge and sharing is really appreciated.

[@Influenceatplay]

I'm so proud of your work. Such selflessness

[@curt3494]

Brilliant! I've only just begun learning about stoic philosophy, but it strikes me that it can be distilled down to being a good person and doing the right thing. This was a very interesting presentation 👌

[@simonfurman8007]

Thank you Ryan. Great keynote.

[@olandorichards2735]

Keep doing the good work ryan one day it will humongously pay off bro even though i know that you don't really deem success off external things but thank you very much to share your knowledge that derive from your tedious research bro thanks much

[@erikphillips9989]

Your job doesn't mean just your profession. Remember that. Live that way

[@StoicLessonsWisdom-uw7qf]

Thank you Ryan, you helped me overcome my fear of looking at the dateline every day. I know what I need to do after hearing these things

[@tripleseven8361]

Thank you so much for sharing this most inspiring of talks… I will revisit this many times!

[@wartem]

Best speech I've ever heard. Trust the process.

[@CoryPrior999]

Speaking of excellence ! Thank you Ryan 😎💪 as always ! : )))

[@tashinamccullough5954]

With the courage to begin and the discipline to endure, victory becomes a matter of time.

[@user-st7jw3bo3b]

Thank you for sharing.

[@london_roubenl]

Absolutely excellent, brilliant lecture and amazing to deliver into those young minds, and old ones like mine !!!

[@kellyfarley539]

Thank you Ryan Holiday this is my understand of your lecture: "We owe it to ourselves to uphold the loftiest of standards while nurturing our innate need for compassion. It is paramount to preserve our individuality and the clarity of our conscience while extending the hand of forgiveness to those who may not measure up to the exacting criteria we set for ourselves. True strength emerges when we confront adversity with unwavering honesty. We stand firmly upon the foundation of knowledge. This legacy offers us not only wisdom but also the ethical compass needed to guide our choices toward a more fulfilling life. Our disposition mirrors the wealth of knowledge we've gathered over time. It is incumbent upon us to channel this inherent quality towards a profound purpose in society, a moral obligation that compels us to dedicate ourselves to the greater good."

[@kevinxiang1911]

Amazing talk. Semper fi.

[@Leaving_Orbit]

This was absolutely awesome.

[@craiglippett3542]

Really enjoyed this presentation. I've allowed myself to be overwhelmed by work recently and this has given me some timely perspective as I catch up on work before goign on holiday for two weeks.

[@barbarahenn-pander5872]

Phenomenal set of insights and principles. Leaders eat last. High standards for yourself, leniency for others. Stillness is the key. Someone needs to send me this slideshow. 👍

[@bornelas9209]

Dang the marines always get the best hook ups! Funny those young pups may not see the gravity of these messages until they are ready, but as a vet that started my adult life there in 29 palms in Comm school 18yrs ago, i thank you for passing this knowledge out there to these guys and here on KZbin. Great presentation! 😈🐕

[@gives_bad_advice]

Some of the advice I got as a kid is just now taking hold, a 35-year delay.

[@jerkchickenblog]

marines suck

[@mmundle941]

Best hookups?😂🤡 ya right

[@terranhealer]

An amazing lecture and stories. This weekend I volunteered for a hard job at work didn’t complain a bit. Mission was successful because I did what I was supposed to do, work. Worked as a team at it too 😊

[@marieb8711]

omg! i hope this goes viral! I got teary eye towards the end, so many brave ppl in history. I love this!

[@kevincox1192]

I enjoyed that, thank you

[@birupandaa]

Thank you for this video

[@gottagoguylo]

It’s made clear Any Leader who puts “self” above others is an ego driven narcissist dangerous person. The ego is no amigo to self or others . Great presentation

[@Essexkiwi]

Greetings Ryan from New Zealand: this is excellent content, and as others have said in other comments, just what I need to hear at the moment. I’m in sales and when I don’t reach targets, I start to get stressed knowing I’m falling further behind. As I say excellent advice.

[@langatbenard9691]

This was a wonderful lecture of wisdom.

[@andydufresne299]

Great lecture. Thank you. Peace.

[@josephloughery7624]

Mr. Holiday does a decent job simplifying deep material. It is interesting how he defines ARETE as EXCELLENCE. Professor Susan Meyer, Ph.D., translates ARETE as "the goodness of anything." This is a much wider scope, than what we think of when we say/read virtue (in English). Mr. Holiday's books are enjoyable reads. My two favorites are: EGO IS THE ENEMY and STILLNESS IS THE KEY (I'm still torn between the two;). Thank you for your time.

[@suzanneboily5224]

Thank you❤

[@cvbzizou]

Subscribed. Everyone needs to listen and practice

[@aastha3428]

I have an English speaking skill test coming up and I am not at all confident about my speaking especially in English because it's not my first language and I don't use it frequently for verbal communication. But I guess i'm just gonna accept my position and do my best. Thank you for this much needed video.

[@Sreynolds1209]

Great video, i wish i could have seen you talk when I was in the corps

[@garyfrancis6193]

“Just do your job” is something I have said for years. It’s surprising that almost no one can do that.

[@yoquieroemily]

This is amazing. Thanks for posting a talk. apart from the content - you on stage is being it. while having to say it a lot so we get to the source -thanks man. you're epically poised - wish my presentations went this way - motivation and well deserved everything. most of my friends youtube or not are dead (books) lol. cheers.

[@Xxxxxrrr6464]

Big thanks

[@SonatasysInc]

I am thankful that Stoicism, its application and value throughout history unto this very day is being conveyed to our military leaders. In fact, Stoicism needs to have a greater influence in all of our lives.

[@warrenlieberman1816]

Using some of your books, videos, and podcasts as a way forward with upcoming medical issues.

[@BladePressure]

Drinking Game: Drink every time he says “right?”

[@toddmilliken5268]

I love his books

[@PlasmaCoolantLeak]

Good on the Corps for bringing this to the young troops.

[@brettthompson2335]

My friend took this philosophy and became the #1 health insurance agent at my job

[@clearproppea]

Beautiful

[@GODSNFTS]

Great Speech💭

[@RT-wb5ye]

Amazing, just wanted to leave a comment to show support 🎉

[@summittspawn]

Excellence !🙌

[@user-yz9vd1xm2n]

Ty

[@xaviercolon1703]

Ryan, this is awesome! How can I get you to come and talk with leaders?

[@eddiegutierrez3524]

Awesome

[@ericbean2719]

A more modern stoic is Viktor Frankel. A holocaust survivor and author. Man’s Search for Meaning is a deep read but the overall message is we all have a choice in how we respond to events that happen in life…Thank you Ryan for your presentation and sharing your personal experiences

[@joshjennings3160]

Just started my own business thank you

[@RaysinSF]

Although "rudeness" is subjective, happy Ryan pointed that out (cause they are young and don't know better) Ryan is not entertainment, he's a teacher and writer. Thanks, Ryan. Lets focus on the real message of not panicking and our duty.

[@hoffman164]

This content would be easier to process if their were longer pauses in between the points made.

[@marrs1013]

Pause the video, take notes. Or read the book as quickly or slowly as you wish.

[@jamesdean8427]

"it's the idea of ego." and you, my friend, have a very healthy and robust one, i must say...

[@alexhidel3732]

I watched the entire video, some of the best stuff on KZbin

[@avg8056]

Alright, this is like the 5th video I've seen this week from different creators mentioning the Meditations book. Off to B&N I go.

[@I3loom]

I've met Gen. Krulak several times. He was the president of my university. He leaves a strong impression.

[@gives_bad_advice]

He thinks professors aren't "actual people in the actual world". Neil Armstong was a professor. Buzz Aldrin had a PhD from MIT.

[@botch779]

Most of the time they’re not

[@gives_bad_advice]

@@botch779 guess who invented the gadget you are using right now. it wasn't high school dropouts.

[@daniellitton9288]

Very good

[@lukeclaydon6670]

Good 👍

[@ryanng754]

Acid fight or friendship know you fight the right thing.

[@infpsych]

I think he said “right” a million times. Good stuff overall

[@seleman-MW]

if we are not ruthlessly and constantly fighting for our own interests if we are not fighting to beat other people to be or to get in the number one spot we will fall behind 25:55

[@johnnydez4392]

Obstacles are stepping stones.

[@TheLobstersoup]

The guy who ran Ford in Cologne, Germany in the 80's was a philosopher. The company did great under his leadership there.

[@avx4281]

Good talk Ryan. One suggestion-plz pause between two topics.

[@hoffman164]

Rather I should say, the delivery of this content would be more effective if there were longer pauses for the audience to process each individual point.

[@gives_bad_advice]

Agreed. And stop muttering "right?" after every point.

[@mouse6210]

Watch at .75

[@hoffman164]

@@mouse6210 I actually did this. Good prediction 👍

[@hoffman164]

@@gives_bad_advice substitute “right” with a 2-3 second pause. Takes time to absorb

[@mouse6210]

@@hoffman164 Great 👊

[@AtortAerials]

I’m starting a new job and so overwhelmed and overloaded literally so spun out! Took an opioid tonight because felt like going to lose it. Praying this video helps me.

[@johnconlon2207]

Best of luck. One small step at a time. Everybody is afraid. No shame in that.

[@zc7662]

this is dope

[@jmasds7710]

24:00 "Little black book" - this is correct; it's not always little, black or a book but your career depends who is on top (or will be) and it's not always the "best" people. Manipulate the persons you want in best; follow orders, don't be critical, work overtime, etc.

[@kimbitazen]

I am talking seriously when I say I need a David Goggins podcast!

[@sherealamwomenupliftmenttr9334]

Y?? Doesn't this is good to u??

[@armanda5609]

She likes BBC

[@thailandcinema]

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