Stoicism for a Better Life

May 30 2024 120 ep. 8 mins 314

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In the pursuit of a purposeful and anxiety-free life, this is a podcast series dedicated to practical applications of Stoic philosophy in our daily lives.

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Season 6; Episode 20 (120) - ON LETTING GO - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 30 2024 8 mins

Indifference is the greatest tool we Stoics have in navigating the poop that comes with life. Let us finish the season with some of the best advice Epictetus gives us. - Let it go.

Season 6; Episode 19 (119) - ON THE GREATER BODY AND THE WHOLE - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 29 2024 9 mins

I get knocked down...but I get up again! You ain't never gonna keep me down. Chumbawamba got it right. But how do we get back up when we get knocked down? Let me share another trick our Stoic ancestors teach us - Remember that you are part of the whole and a larger body.

Season 6; Episode 18 (118) - ON TRUE STRENGTH - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 28 2024 7 mins

We keep aiming for higher highs and judge our awesomeness on whether we attain said highs. However, true strength comes from the capacity to get back to yourself (your true self) at any given moment, especially when things around you seem difficult.

Season 6; Episode 17 (117) - ON REBIRTH (METEMPSYCHOSIS) & DAY ONE - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 27 2024 7 mins

I was asked if I believe in rebirth. Let's talk about Metempsychosis) and treating every day as day one. If you can treat every day as a rebirth and the first day of a new behaviour pattern, you will find this cheat-code very useful.

Season 6; Episode 16 (116) - ON FEEDING THE POSITIVE VOICE - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 23 2024 8 mins

There is a White Wolf (positive voice) and a Dark Wolf (negative wolf). The Dark Wolf inside us is filled with fear, anger, envy, jealousy, greed, and arrogance. The White Wolf is filled with peace, love, hope, courage, humility, compassion, and faith. They battle constantly, so make sure you feed the one you want, not the one your body (the vessel) wants.

Season 6; Episode 15 (115) - ON GRATITUDE TO BEAT PESSIMISM - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 22 2024 7 mins

We are naturally pessimistic animals, as pessimism was a necessary survival tool for our species. However, in today's modern world, pessimism is no longer necessary. Moreover, it is 100% detrimental to our mental health and general attitude. Practicing gratitude is the single most effective tool against pessimism. So, grab a pen and your journal and practice gratitude to save y

Season 6; Episode 14 (114) - ON PATIENCE - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 21 2024 6 mins

Patience is the highest virtue. We've all heard this expression, but how does it impact your life, virtue and mental state/anxieties? You may be surprised how tightly wound together patience and the quality of your life is.

Season 6; Episode 13 (113) - ON WHY YOUR DEFINITION OF HAPPINESS IS WRONG - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 17 2024 6 mins

In today's colloquial language, there are two definitions of happiness: One meaning joy and elation; and one meaning equanimity and tranquility. If you have trouble attaining happiness, then you are probably defining it the wrong way. Let me share with you what our ancient Stoic teachers had to say.

Season 6; Episode 12 (112) - ON THE BEST HOBBY / RELAXATION - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 16 2024 7 mins

What is the best hobby that you can do to reset your mind, body and soul? Is it meditation? Is it shooting guns? Is it hiking, or motorcycling? Let me share with you what works for this old Stoic.

Season 6; Episode 11 (111) - ON WHO YOU ARE, WHAT YOU ARE AND WHERE YOU ARE - Stoicism For a Better Life Podcast

May 15 2024 8 mins

You might have heard me say over and over again...as long as you remember who you are, what you are and where you are, nothing in this temporal world can harm you. In this episode, I will expand on this.