3 Quotes to Live By: 1) "Don't compare yourself to someone else, compare yourself to your yesterday's self." 2) “You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending” 3) "Once you decide your lifes purpose, you will only have to pack one thing: "Your Heart." Love from a small channel💙
“Why didn’t you do your best?” I could see this question becoming another form of self-flagellation if one isn’t careful. I think it needs to be approached with curiosity and generosity towards oneself.
You are not wrong. I love that you said the c word. Being curious when I examine myself has been one of those tiny but profound changes in my mental game.
I love the idea of taking small steps each day. As long as you're taking small steps in the right direction you will accomplish anything. It also reminds me of something from James Clear's Atomic Habits where he talks about improving by 1% each day
there are 2 content creators I religiously listen and watch to de-stress from life. You. and Jay Shetty. I know both of you are intinsically different both in philosophy and personality. thank you so much for making me sane in these trying times have a great day
To improve yourself every day is what ultimately will fulfill us as human beings. Not surprised that's the first rule of stoicism. Be Great and keep growing.
I think these are some core truths. I had no idea about stoicism. Places the bar high. I don't think anyone can give 100% their best all the time. A parent or worker. Or even person. But it's a worthy goal. As an aging person I am finding that knowing when and how to give it all and when to slack a little is an art in itself. Riding the ebb and flow of the day. Focusing energy. Only so much in this old battery. 🤷♂️ But I like this stoicism. A challenge to the self to bring your A game. And hell....there's only one game.
"Indifferent Spectators Test" Psychology vs. Philosophy, blew my mind. I've been pondering this lately. Also, the Jimmy Carter story.. no words. It was Will Smith who said, "In terms of outcome, the outcome is not connected to the quality of your behavior."
Psoriasis for example, it is more on appearance but it damages the mental health every day. Since I found your videos I started reading books and practing Stoicism, it helps a lot. A video about psoriasis by a stoic will be helpful for other people who doesn't know how to deal mentally with it.
I've got psoriasis as well. It isn't very noticeable to others, as it's mainly on the back of my neck and inner forearm, but its something I'm conscious of constantly. Especially getting haircuts or at the gym. Lately, I've focused more on my diet and skincare and although it's only improved slightly, it's helped me to realize; While I may not be able change my condition, I can maintain it to the best of my ability. Aside from that, it's out of my hands. Just that small sense of acceptance has honestly made me feel much better.
@@darius5464 I had my first flare up last November, after years of mild scalp itching and a few forever scabs, here and there. I made the mistake to scratch both my arms and legs; became very unsightly. Since then, the redness vanished and I do my best to avoid thinking about it.
By what mechanism does it damage one's mental health? The naive dismay of idiots? Shame is mostly a type of fecal matter that fools obliviously splatter on their victims and once you are better informed about how the pathetic games are being played it isn't difficult to throw it back at them.
Thank you Ryan for the truly wonderful insights into stoic philosophy. One of the huge imbalances in life is the disparity between your daily existence, with its routines and habits, and the dream you have deep within yourself of some extraordinarily satisfying way of living. The whole universal system is held together through love, harmony, and cooperation. If you use your thoughts according to these principles, you can transend anything that gets in your way.
Thank you Ryan for the content you continue to provide me at no cost. The name of your bookstore is so apropos; every time I listen and absorb what you’re offering so many people, I feel as if I’m at the Stoa.
Ryan, a Maiden fan? Nice! Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner, based on the world’s longest poem, is my favorite song! I think that mariner’s journey in the tale is one of a stoic journey IMHO… The Live After Death alblum’s live version is the best! “Scream for me Long Beach, scream for me!!!!!”
Hey Ryan! I really appreciate all your work from books, to the emails and videos. I just wanted to say that your videos got so much better! The content has always been great, but now the videos are even more engaging! Keep on the good work :)
I own all the books.. all I have to say is THANK YOU. I love the daily e-mail and the regular videos.. what helps me do my best is to generally start with the reminders you offer in so many forms.
When it says are you doing your best.... How do you do your best at everything.... When I'm being my best at work.... I'm not being my best as a mother / friend / wife etc. .... There is only one cup to pour from.
I wish to believe the Stoics, but when I consider that they had no idea of evolution and scientific approach to the world, I think they would change some of their doctrines and views. I admire the motivation of Ryan. I would like to see some criticism of stoic philosophy from his side as well. I guess ultimately the knowledge really brings only suffering…
1. Have the courage to grow 2. Make progress every day 3. Use the indifferent spectactor test 4. Commit to the process 5. Ask yourself 'Did I do my best?'
Transformation comes in two forms: Crisis or lysis. All at once, or slowly and step-by-step. All religions prepare you for both, but by far the most common type is lysis. Crisis is a seductive goal, as it promises to skip over all the hard work. But it's often achieved after just as much delayed gratification. Like Eddie Cantor said, "It takes 20 years to become an overnight success"
My suggestion is to start with ''The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living''. I read one every morning for the last 14 months, even if there is only 366 !!! Lots of citation from different Stoics, plus Ryan interpretation to explain the meaning of it. it helped me pick my favorites: Epictetus and Seneca (and Ryan of course).
Try an annotated edition, read widely and skeptically if you care to retain any independence of agency. And when you meet the guru on the road, ignore her.
Serious comment here. Is not giving your best also subject to moderation in all things? I think sometimes not doing everything to exhaustion of your abilities is perfectly acceptable, especially if it gives you more time and energy to focus on something truly more important like spending time with loved ones. Thoughts?
... but it's NOT every day. I've been receiving The Daily Stoic for aboot a year and there's never one on Sunday. Why? (...and why say it's daily if it's not?). That said it IS great when it shows up, thank you.
I did this and I have showed up every day for 15.5 years and now my job is trying to fire me and take away my whole identity, paycheck and pension due to my reluctance to put an experimental substance in my body against my will. What do I do. Seriously. I love my job and despise my employer. What do we do here.
Oh, my and what is this experimental substance? And how are all the millions of guinea pigs taking it doing? You might have noticed at bit better than those who are and not filling as many body bags. Not sure if you are on the right site for this sort of whining. (: (: (:
@@bhatkat Oh ew are you real?? You find a 3 months ago comment and really want to put the real science up against the fake news numbers? WTF r you even doing on this guys page.
"To give any less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." - Steve Prefontaine
3 Quotes to Live By:
1) "Don't compare yourself to someone else, compare yourself to your yesterday's self."
2) “You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending”
3) "Once you decide your lifes purpose, you will only have to pack one thing: "Your Heart."
Love from a small channel💙
Last quote - 💯❣
Thank you
Nice
“Why didn’t you do your best?” I could see this question becoming another form of self-flagellation if one isn’t careful. I think it needs to be approached with curiosity and generosity towards oneself.
You are not wrong. I love that you said the c word. Being curious when I examine myself has been one of those tiny but profound changes in my mental game.
Lee....absolutely. Always considering the humanity of a given situation is a worthy goal in its own right.
Good advice, I’ll hold onto that
If we are growing every day, may be that was our best at that moment?
The first rule in self improvement is to realize there is no "best". There's only better than before.
This guy is the real deal ! One of the few people I actually gain knowledge without reading an entire book albeit I have read 2-3 of his books....
“It is not the man who has too little, but the man who craves more, that is poor.” ~ Seneca 💪🏻🚀
that's brilliant thanks! Going on the board! 😊
Beautiful. Thank you! 💖
It does sound a bit like telling a man who is poor that he isn't -- he's just thinking about it the wrong way (cf mindfulness).
I love the idea of taking small steps each day. As long as you're taking small steps in the right direction you will accomplish anything. It also reminds me of something from James Clear's Atomic Habits where he talks about improving by 1% each day
The challenge is to not slip.
Walk confidently into a room with a loving smile😁confidence, gratitude and be kind and never engage in ignorance
there are 2 content creators I religiously listen and watch to de-stress from life.
You. and Jay Shetty. I know both of you are intinsically different both in philosophy and personality.
thank you so much for making me sane in these trying times
have a great day
Is this man the Jim Rohn of our generation? Very grateful for your energy and drive to help us help ourselves Ryan!
Always such a precious resource. Thank u so much
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You're a great teacher. Thank you.
Ryan Holiday, is how I would spell brilliance.
To improve yourself every day is what ultimately will fulfill us as human beings.
Not surprised that's the first rule of stoicism.
Be Great and keep growing.
"Love the discipline you know and let it support you" Wow that's powerful. Really enjoy this channel.
"Between stimulus and response, there is a moment."
I think these are some core truths. I had no idea about stoicism. Places the bar high. I don't think anyone can give 100% their best all the time. A parent or worker. Or even person. But it's a worthy goal. As an aging person I am finding that knowing when and how to give it all and when to slack a little is an art in itself. Riding the ebb and flow of the day. Focusing energy. Only so much in this old battery. 🤷♂️ But I like this stoicism. A challenge to the self to bring your A game. And hell....there's only one game.
"Indifferent Spectators Test" Psychology vs. Philosophy, blew my mind. I've been pondering this lately. Also, the Jimmy Carter story.. no words. It was Will Smith who said, "In terms of outcome, the outcome is not connected to the quality of your behavior."
4. The question "did i do my best? " shows us that we could do better. it's deep indeed.
Ex president Jimmy Carter wrote a book called "Why not the best?" Maybe he is a stoic ?
Psoriasis for example, it is more on appearance but it damages the mental health every day. Since I found your videos I started reading books and practing Stoicism, it helps a lot. A video about psoriasis by a stoic will be helpful for other people who doesn't know how to deal mentally with it.
I've got psoriasis as well. It isn't very noticeable to others, as it's mainly on the back of my neck and inner forearm, but its something I'm conscious of constantly. Especially getting haircuts or at the gym. Lately, I've focused more on my diet and skincare and although it's only improved slightly, it's helped me to realize; While I may not be able change my condition, I can maintain it to the best of my ability. Aside from that, it's out of my hands. Just that small sense of acceptance has honestly made me feel much better.
@@darius5464
I had my first flare up last November, after years of mild scalp itching and a few forever scabs, here and there.
I made the mistake to scratch both my arms and legs; became very unsightly.
Since then, the redness vanished and I do my best to avoid thinking about it.
By what mechanism does it damage one's mental health? The naive dismay of idiots? Shame is mostly a type of fecal matter that fools obliviously splatter on their victims and once you are better informed about how the pathetic games are being played it isn't difficult to throw it back at them.
Try intermittent fasting, quit dairy and avoid red meats and processed foods, i hope it helps. It helped a few people i know
This channel is gold. Thank you for channelling those life lessons.
it is pretty amazing how small changes can lead to a lot over a few months
Indeed.
I have found my tribe,I'm no longer lost in this world I know who I am and what I have to do 😊❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you Ryan for the truly wonderful insights into stoic philosophy.
One of the huge imbalances in life is the disparity between your daily existence, with its routines and habits, and the dream you have deep within yourself of some extraordinarily satisfying way of living. The whole universal system is held together through love, harmony, and cooperation. If you use your thoughts according to these principles, you can transend anything that gets in your way.
3. Commit to the process
Thank you for your videos. The have make me to think.
And I loaned books from Aurelius and Seneca.
Stoicism is changing my life in real time 😊❤Thank you.
You create your own world.🌍
Thank you Ryan for the content you continue to provide me at no cost. The name of your bookstore is so apropos; every time I listen and absorb what you’re offering so many people, I feel as if I’m at the Stoa.
Your books in Portuguese are top sellers over here in Brazil.
Thank you Ryan. Just what I needed.
Ryan, a Maiden fan? Nice! Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner, based on the world’s longest poem, is my favorite song! I think that mariner’s journey in the tale is one of a stoic journey IMHO… The Live After Death alblum’s live version is the best! “Scream for me Long Beach, scream for me!!!!!”
It is said that wisdom lies not in seeing things but in seeing through things. Audi Vide Tace.
@@ObscureStuff420 said Bruce Dickinson in the intro to the song on Live After Death in LA I believe….
One of the most motivating videos ever. Thank you Ryan.
I so look forward to these lessons. And Ryan, Im loving the, Obstacle is the way book. Well done.
Why aren't I doing my best indeed. Thank you Ryan!
The last one is great almost makes me cry
I really appreciate that you made this video Ryan, thank you!
Hey Ryan! I really appreciate all your work from books, to the emails and videos. I just wanted to say that your videos got so much better! The content has always been great, but now the videos are even more engaging! Keep on the good work :)
That was awesome. Really appreciate your videos. Thanks!
I own all the books.. all I have to say is THANK YOU. I love the daily e-mail and the regular videos.. what helps me do my best is to generally start with the reminders you offer in so many forms.
This is brilliant as always. Thanks so much for all that you do. Please keep up the good work.
Being best version of yourself
So much value here! Thank you Ryan
Hey this is a very simple but very good video. Thank you for making it
Fantastic! Thank you!
Epictetus: "Do not seek to have events happen as you want them to, but instead want them to happen as they do happen, and your life will go well."
Guys,I think we should
go with the choice that scares us the most, because that's the one that's going to help us grow. 🔥🔥
I love you bro you,I watched you on Rogan,my life is better because of the path.thank you!
ryan , thx for your work , this helps us all
great meditation to start the day. Love the quote by Adam Smith.
I saved your book to my wish list for when it comes out. Keep up your great work man!
Love that your left handed! And that you look so much like my son, except with black hair not brown!
Thank you for this 🙏
Great practical info thank you Ryan! 😁💪
I LOVE this channel
Just awesome, thank you.
Beautiful stuff. Profound piece here. Cheers.
Ryan, you're my role model.
Absolutely beautiful, Thank you Ryan, I'm enjoying and studying your books. You're beautiful. 😃💫🤗💕😀😁🫂💖
Awesomeness Ryan! Great lighting outdoors.
That intro fired me up for the day!
When it says are you doing your best.... How do you do your best at everything.... When I'm being my best at work.... I'm not being my best as a mother / friend / wife etc. .... There is only one cup to pour from.
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Thank you
Love this video! Almost made me shed a tear :(
Ask yourself - did I always do my best?! And if not - why not?! Yes sir! 😊 thank you.
bless you
Thank you 🧡
I wish to believe the Stoics, but when I consider that they had no idea of evolution and scientific approach to the world, I think they would change some of their doctrines and views. I admire the motivation of Ryan. I would like to see some criticism of stoic philosophy from his side as well. I guess ultimately the knowledge really brings only suffering…
Every time I see the Maiden shirt I get stoked.
I feel like stoicism has been the friction I needed to polish my values.
Most Italian stoic in human history since that one fella.... Billy Zane..... Zorro.... Zima yeah that's him.
1. Have the courage to grow
2. Make progress every day
3. Use the indifferent spectactor test
4. Commit to the process
5. Ask yourself 'Did I do my best?'
Hey Ryan,
Could you make a video on why we should be good?
Thanks - Kriss
Thanks
insane heat brother
These videos are awesome
Transformation comes in two forms: Crisis or lysis. All at once, or slowly and step-by-step.
All religions prepare you for both, but by far the most common type is lysis. Crisis is a seductive goal, as it promises to skip over all the hard work. But it's often achieved after just as much delayed gratification.
Like Eddie Cantor said, "It takes 20 years to become an overnight success"
Luv the Maiden shirt!
I’ve just discovered stoicism.If there was one book I could buy, which one would it be?
The Ego is the Enemy.
Wow..that's deep man
if you arent preordering Courage Is Calling you are a fool. This man's books will change your life.
can u make a video about a incurable disease that you'll have for the rest of your life?
Yes! I would appreciate this as well.
Yes, I would appreciate this as well.
Teddy Roosevelt: “Success is doing the best you can, where you are, with what you’ve got”...
i paused this video in awe at the size of your library
Please suggest reading order, Im new to stoicism, tried reading Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, but it was too complicated in language for me....🙏
Have courage to grow
I'd say start with Ryan's book The obstacle is the way. It's a great introduction.
My suggestion is to start with ''The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living''. I read one every morning for the last 14 months, even if there is only 366 !!! Lots of citation from different Stoics, plus Ryan interpretation to explain the meaning of it. it helped me pick my favorites: Epictetus and Seneca (and Ryan of course).
Try an annotated edition, read widely and skeptically if you care to retain any independence of agency. And when you meet the guru on the road, ignore her.
Serious comment here. Is not giving your best also subject to moderation in all things? I think sometimes not doing everything to exhaustion of your abilities is perfectly acceptable, especially if it gives you more time and energy to focus on something truly more important like spending time with loved ones. Thoughts?
I love your content, I'm a long-time fan but I think if you can up your thumbnail game a bit that would do wonders for your already great channel.
... but it's NOT every day. I've been receiving The Daily Stoic for aboot a year and there's never one on Sunday. Why? (...and why say it's daily if it's not?). That said it IS great when it shows up, thank you.
Great!
What books would you recommend me I’m new to Philosophy i enjoy self development books & understanding the world more learning people behaviour.
Awh finally, sublimation used for good!
Love the video but the music and background noise is way too loud
Do you listen to music while reading books? Do you have a playlist for that?
Greetings from México :-)
Where did you get your Sherman t-shirt?
🖤
“Being well trained he becomes naturally gentle then unfettered, he obeys HIS master”
Good Stuff! Algorithm Algorithm Algorithm
En Sign 🤣🤣 come on Ryan
I did this and I have showed up every day for 15.5 years and now my job is trying to fire me and take away my whole identity, paycheck and pension due to my reluctance to put an experimental substance in my body against my will. What do I do. Seriously. I love my job and despise my employer. What do we do here.
Oh, my and what is this experimental substance? And how are all the millions of guinea pigs taking it doing? You might have noticed at bit better than those who are and not filling as many body bags. Not sure if you are on the right site for this sort of whining. (: (: (:
@@bhatkat Oh ew are you real?? You find a 3 months ago comment and really want to put the real science up against the fake news numbers? WTF r you even doing on this guys page.
When that new book dropping?!?