What Is Stoicism? 10 Stoic Exercises To Get You Started

[@Knowledgeitspower7]

Stoicism helped me find solutions to my problems in many areas of my life.. This is the power of high valuable knowledge.

[@PankajSharma-fx5eg]

Which should be the first book that I should read?

[@dave_losbanes526]

@@PankajSharma-fx5egHow to be a Stoic by Massimo Pigliucci

[@DS-cf1zc]

@@PankajSharma-fx5eg I started with the Daily Stoic book - and then started reading wider from there. I am sure others will have done it other ways. (also sign up for the Daily Stoic email from Ryan).

[@WisdomRoadd]

Glad to hear that.

[@sahibboyal5800]

@@PankajSharma-fx5eg The Practicing Stoic by Ward Farnsworth is the first book I read on stoicism and is a great introduction in my opinion.

[@TheAgb01]

01:14 1. Obstacle is the way. 03:26 2. The dichotomy of control (What's up to me and what's not) 04:22 3. Premeditatio Malorum (Negative visualisation) 05:12 4. Journal 05:56 5. Train perceptions. 06:58 6. Remember - It's all ephemeral. 08:00 7. Take the view from above 09:21 8. Amor Fati (Love your fate) 10:25 9. Practice misfortune. 11:27 10. Memento Mori: meditate on your mortality.

[@ekspert12340]

thank you :)

[@tony21robert1984]

Thx!

[@amanbeniwal8668]

Thanks :)

[@DS-cf1zc]

Finding stoicism helped save my life, and has made me a more relaxed and successful person for it.

[@FootyFusion2]

❤ Amazing keep following the teachings

[@LionStoic]

Stoicism has a unique way of grounding us and providing clarity in the chaos. It’s wonderful that it has brought such positive changes to your life, fostering both peace and success. Keep holding onto those principles; your journey is a powerful testament to the strength and tranquility that Stoicism can offer.

[@TheStoicBeacon-TGG]

It's amazing to hear how Stoicism has had such a positive impact on your life! It’s true that the philosophy helps us build resilience and focus on what we can control. Have you found any specific Stoic practices that you rely on daily to maintain that sense of calm and success? How do you stay grounded when faced with challenges that seem out of your control?

[@LionStoic]

After graduating, I faced a huge fear of unemployment, letting it cast a shadow over my achievements. Discovering Stoicism changed my outlook. I learned to flow with life’s currents, embracing challenges as part of my journey. This philosophy didn’t just help me navigate the job market with more peace; it transformed how I view life’s ups and downs. Now, I see each challenge not as a setback but as an opportunity to grow. Stoicism taught me the power of perspective and the strength we gain from facing our fears head-on.

[@TheStoicBeacon-TGG]

Its inspiring to hear how Stoicism helped shift your perspective on challenges. The way you now embrace each hurdle as an opportunity for growth is a powerful mindset. How do you stay motivated during times when things feel especially difficult? Does Stoicism help you stay grounded during those moments?

[@TheStoicBeacon-TGG]

It’s inspiring to hear how Stoicism helped shift your perspective on fear and challenges. Embracing life's currents with such calmness is a powerful approach, especially when faced with uncertainties like unemployment. The idea of viewing challenges as opportunities rather than setbacks is something that can truly change how we experience life. Do you think this mindset shift would have been as effective if you hadn’t faced those fears head-on? Could it be that facing adversity is actually a necessary part of discovering the strength Stoicism talks about?

[@aaronwimberleymbamsf5776]

I love the shakespear quote, "there is neither good nor evil- thoughts, actions, and deeds create reality". It has a timeless sense of "manifesting & transcending your vision into reality."

[@WisdomRoadd]

👏👏

[@LionStoic]

It's such a powerful reminder, isn't it? That quote beautifully captures the essence of how our perceptions shape our reality. By taking control of our thoughts and actions, we indeed have the power to manifest our vision and transcend beyond the immediate circumstances. Shakespeare’s words, much like the teachings of Stoicism, encourage us to look within and realize our potential to create meaningful change in our lives. It’s all about embracing that power to craft our own narrative.

[@grantthoren6383]

Thank you Ryan, great job and awesome work. You have gotten me on the path of reading and Stoicism. Stoicism is the 12 steps of recovery but on steroids. And that is what I needed. I am currently reading Gates of Fire by Steven Pressfield and am loving every minute of us. It puts into perspective just how easy our lives are, and how we have no excuse but to pursue Arete/Excellence/Virtue. I am just a blue collar local class A delivery driver for a major beverage company but practice excellence and virtue day in and day out. It is certainly working for me and enhancing my life experience. I have read Discipline is Destiny, Courage is Calling and Stillness is the Key. I just ordered Lives of the Stoics today and Mastery by Greene. Keep up the awesome work Ryan, you are a great teacher/mentor. -Grant in San Diego

[@Synthetic-lt4ed]

I see the need for journaling and handwrite, it really clears your mind. But I have a twist to it: once evaluated, analyzed etc. I ditch the page of the day. The following morning I will handwrite a new day, on a clean state. No need to keep the notes. This mentally removes clutter for me, my dailly agenda is only one page. To allocate activities in the future, I put them on Google calendar for months ahead, and computer notes app for week ahead, that can be consulted when required. But this way, it helps me really focusing on the day.

[@LionStoic]

Cool Idea! It will help me, thank you

[@surya26_06]

really needed this.... been a stoic for maybe 2 years coz of ur channel ryan! i feel like my life has gotten more organised and easy to focus on things thanks a lot ryan

[@DS-cf1zc]

Nice to find good stoic company - I am four and half years in, and enjoying life so much more.

[@palmwaytech]

Life of stoic values can keep you out of trouble in certain situations. VERY important to read useful, highly recommeded books

[@TheStoicLokean]

Thank you Ryan! Your perspectives on Stoicism have been so beneficial to me and Stoicism has encouraged me to make sure I also give back.

[@derrickmashburn]

Needed this, thank you.

[@TheStoicBeacon-TGG]

You're very welcome! It's amazing how Stoicism can offer such clarity in challenging times. Have you tried any of the Stoic exercises shared in the video so far? Which one resonated with you the most?

[@Nategrey0981]

Probably my favorite channel now. I feel like my personality lines up with stoicism but finding this channel and philosophy has opened my eyes and made my life so much better. Nothing bothers me anymore😎

[@TheStoicBeacon-TGG]

It's amazing how Stoicism can bring clarity and peace, especially when it aligns with your natural inclinations. Discovering it in a deeper way often makes the world feel less overwhelming. The exercises shared here can definitely help strengthen that mindset even more. Whats one Stoic practice you've found most helpful in your daily life?

[@JoyousJesters659]

It's keeps getting better, Stoicism can sharp the way to resolve issues of life !

[@Okology]

Beautiful motivation❤❤❤

[@SaifAli-rk5ro]

my dad made me read the meditations when I was 6 one of my favourite books since

[@robinbales8128]

I love your work!!!

[@韭菜很忙]

zooming out is really a nice practice!!!

[@davidmarin8520]

thank you Ryan

[@johncurtis6462]

Stoicism helped me calm my mind and also conquer alcohol abuse.

[@TheStoicBeacon-TGG]

Your breakdown of Marcus Aurelius’ meditations was brilliant! Could you create a video exploring how his principles apply to career decisions?

[@TheStoicBeacon-TGG]

Thank you for your kind words! It’s interesting to think about how Marcus Aurelius’ principles can guide career decisions. His emphasis on focusing on what we can control and accepting what we cannot is especially relevant in the workplace. When facing career decisions, it can be helpful to reflect on whether the outcome is something within our control or if it's more about how we respond to external circumstances. What do you think is the most important Stoic principle when it comes to making decisions about our professional lives?

[@josephbaumann292]

Awesome video, thank you!

[@lafourcade.]

Thanks so much, Ryan.

[@thomass1]

Great advice

[@RonRunnells-mp3gb]

The obstacle is the way

[@victors16811]

I started 3 years ago with Daily Stoic!!

[@alanchriston6806]

Outstanding Ryan 😊🏴‍☠️

[@Hermit999]

Loved the background music on this one

[@amorfati3134]

Thank you so much.. 🙏

[@TheStoicPath-t9r]

Absolutely agree! The insights shared here are spot on and truly resonate. I love how it captures the essence of the topic. If you're interested in exploring more about this subject and similar ideas, I delve into some fascinating discussions on my channel that you might enjoy!

[@FootyFusion2]

Amazing stuff you r doing ❤

[@goddessofokra8]

I wonder if Jesus was a Stoic. His beautiful Teaching seems to be Stoic Teaching…love, compassion, patience, understanding…

[@ЄвгенПікуліцький]

No, He was not. He was and is the Son of God. He preached Gospel and word of God, which are not any philosophy.

[@samysrifi]

@@ЄвгенПікуліцький Every religions has a kind of separated philosophy, you theorically cannot be fully christian and stoic at the same time but only partly

[@rh.m6660]

Well if you really look into it we found out that cristianity has absorbed dozens and hundreds of small religions, philosophies and rites. I wouldnt be suprised to learn that stoicism was actively written into the bible.

[@rh.m6660]

​​@@ЄвгенПікуліцькийStoicism is a characteristic. One is not a stoic, one has stoic trates. Jezus definitely had many stoic traits in the bible.

[@sx1nsty]

The parallels are very similar the golden rule seems to something all of the stoics drew from doing good and right..

[@justnik8727]

Started reading Meditations about a month ago. Now reading while listening to Dies Irae in the background. You just completely remove yourself from reality and let it sink in and bring it back into reality.

[@olitonottero7620]

Super helpful

[@terry9397]

It doesn't matter where you start. Only that you begin. -- Robin Sharma

[@Malery]

I just used zooming out recently. I'm not happy with my life's path, and feeling overwhelmed by course correcting. I had the thought, what if I died and just came back? This is my avatar to start with, what will I do? I zoomed out to look at myself like a 3rd person and things became much clearer and less emotionally charged.

[@lucasclauson3779]

My therapist keyed me into this page, and I'm liking some of it, but other things are a bit harder to take. I've always been impressed by those who are unruffled by life's speed bumps and wished I could be more like that, but never could be for long when I tried. The one thing that sticks out to me from this is a question I imagine a lot of folks looking into stoicism face, which is if from the 10,000 foot view, from the 10,000,000 foot view, from the 10 light year view, nothing is as significant as it seems, then how can anything have any significance at all? My problems don't matter, my successes don't matter, my actions don't matter, so why do anything? How can you find the motivation to act if there is no impact or import of those actions?

[@الملك-ل1ي]

You're the best

[@amineboumahdi359]

The link to the newsletter isn't working. Can you please fix it ? I would like to sign in.

[@deveshgupta8655]

Heyy Ryan! I think we know too little about Zeno, the founder of stoicism. Everyone only talks about Marcus aurelius.

[@Shivaa2600]

We want a podcast with Ryan Holiday sir, and David goggins sir

[@baloothebear1870]

Scene from 11:54 is from blade runner 2047 I knew I saw it somewhere

[@x_MrYAYA_x]

❤

[@VIPEFFECT]

There is good and bad bro… God made us with a moral compass to know right and wrong and he gave us his Laws like do not murder… good law!!

[@K.Elliott]

I heard you say you wouldn't show, and I'm guessing never publish your journals. I too will never share my journals....But what if we pass on before we destroy them? Did Marcus Aurelius not think this thru either?

[@d.l.loonabide9981]

When we're dead we won't care.

[@mikekatzman9772]

Tony Montana’s thing was “the world is yours”, not “the world is not enough”. The point is obviously well taken either way. (Man. I should have just said nothing)

[@OneUmmahh170]

- [00:00]📚 Introduction to Stoicism by Ryan Holiday: - Stoicism offers valuable insights into navigating life's challenges and uncertainties. - [04:27]🛡 Stoic Philosophy: Turning Obstacles Upside Down: - Marcus Aurelius' philosophy teaches the importance of viewing obstacles as opportunities for growth and resilience. - [09:36]💡 Stoicism and Resource Allocation: - Stoicism helps individuals become better resource allocators by focusing on what is within their control and conserving limited resources. - [14:06]🔮 Positive Visualization and Negative Visualization: - Stoics combine positive visualization with negative visualization, preparing for potential setbacks and maintaining mental resilience. - [19:48]📝 Stoicism and Journaling: - Journaling is integral to Stoicism, aiding self-reflection, clarity, and personal growth. - [23:54]🌟 Perception and Interpretation: - Stoicism emphasizes that events are objective, and our interpretation of them shapes our responses and outcomes. - [29:32]🌎 Perspective and Humility: - Adopting a broader perspective helps to diminish the significance of personal worries and emphasizes humility. - [33:39]🔄 Acceptance and Resilience: - Embracing life's adversities with acceptance and resilience leads to personal growth and eventual gratitude for the experiences. - [39:21]⏳ Memento Mori: Embracing Mortality: - Recognizing the inevitability of death encourages living life fully and authentically, according to Stoic principles. Summarized

[@Cronoo]

'Ants fighting over scraps of land' Sheesh

[@SierraGax]

How can you believe that something will come true while also preparing for it not to happen by making a backup plan. Wouldn’t that imply that you don’t believe something will come true??

[@Knowledgeitspower7]

What do u mean? Can u pls explain 😅

[@Credit509]

@@Knowledgeitspower7 baka

[@CaraMyBeloved]

Not believe, but consider. To consider the possibilities not to believe that there is certainty.

[@SierraGax]

@@CaraMyBeloved Yes. I much prefer that word "consider." I think Holiday just chose his word poorly

[@andayaman]

Adam Kinsinger. 🤣 He had to harness the power of stoics to remove his trauma of January 6th!🤣🤣🤣His twitter comments aren't that good because he's a damned liar!

[@Lenin95]

8:30 except they didn't have nuclear bombs back then. So no, wars today are not the same and we can easily go beyond the point where things won't 'just work themselves out'

[@The_BenboBaggins]

#8 Chubby Chaser? Check! 😂

[@liambond5653]

i'd be stoic AF too if I were the goddamn emperor of the world, I'd call other people ants as well. He was born with such a big silver spoon in his mouth that he never had to achieve anything in life but he tried to practice being a human . Don't you think people who have what they want always give the advice that none of that matters? whereas people who have to work 100 hour weeks don't feel like giving righteous lectures. Something to think about. Imagine a leader telling the poor - we're both gonna die so I am not gonna help, you can either work as a slave for me or leave

[@israahmad1981]

Everything in this video is the exact advice Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) gave us too :).

[@noelbodies8784]

Why don't you tell people about your first book?

[@fthurman]

What's his first book?

[@ajai01niner19]

At first I thought you were Davie504

[@alexhidel3732]

Becoming an atheist, stoic has brought me to reality.

[@19grand]

This video was ruined by all the adverts.

[@notsharingwithyoutube]

Really? Kinzinger?

[@jamesryan82]

Where to start with stoicism? Meditations. End of. Its not rocket science.

[@b.t.3406]

Wow. Watching a corrupt Democrat boast about how he ignored criticism hasn’t aged well. If this is Stoicism, count me out.

[@williamw404]

Ryan Holiday can't help himself. His politics creep in too frequently.

[@ellythedreamerHQ]

Thank you Ryan. ❤