Ryan Holiday: "The One Stoic Practice That Changed My Life" | Ancient Wisdom for Modern Success

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Bestselling author Ryan Holiday reveals the counterintuitive Stoic technique that transformed him from an anxious CEO to a calm decision-maker. Learn how Marcus Aurelius's hidden journal technique can triple your mental clarity, why emotional suppression actually makes you weaker, and the exact morning routine that builds unstoppable resilience. Perfect for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone facing difficult decisions. 00:00 Introduction 01:54 Elon Musk: A Case Study in Listening and Ignoring Advice 04:49 The Importance of Reflection and Journaling 07:26 Balancing Emotions and Stoic Practices 24:34 Misconceptions and Historical Context of Stoicism 29:53 The Pursuit of Excellence and Its Trade-offs 40:58 The Power of Saying No and Opportunity Costs 49:09 The Role of Anger and Emotional Control 52:58 Defining Self-Discipline 53:43 The Essence of Self-Discipline 54:29 Balancing Discipline and Life 55:09 Consistency and Overcoming Setbacks 56:09 The Struggle with Compulsive Tendencies 58:33 Navigating Competition and Personal Goals 01:01:22 Cultivating Discipline Through Physical Practice 01:02:15 Instilling Discipline in Children 01:04:22 Understanding Character and Virtue 01:23:32 The Impact of Modern Technology on Writing 01:35:04 Defining Success and Managing Expectations -- OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ 📈  OUR MOST POPULAR INTERVIEWS 🎬  The Full Story of Naval Ravikant: https://youtu.be/mGY2To_HW98 🎬  Bill Ackman - Getting Back Up: https://youtu.be/mIS3LYxgVWc 🎬  Secrets to Healthy Relationships with Esther Perel: https://youtu.be/atXKntdX2UY 🎙 Listen to the show  iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-knowledge-project-with-shane-parrish/id990149481 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1VyK52NSZHaDKeMJzT4TSM?si=abde3cc6a48d43ef GET IN TOUCH 🌍 Our website - www.fs.blog JOIN OUR COMMUNITY https://fs.blog/membership/ ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE PROJECT Like the mentor you’ve always dreamed of having, The Knowledge Project shares timely yet timeless lessons for work and life. Past guests include Naval Ravikant, Daniel Kahneman, Jim Collins, Angela Duckworth, Seth Godin, Melanie Mitchell, & Esther Perel.