I’m 42 and 8 years ago I woke up and just like that I had a movement disorder. When I walk it’s like walking on ice skates and I fall about 3-5x a day, my hands lost most coordination, and I lost the ability to speak on que. I had to quit my job and go on disability and so my life flipped upside down. I have been struggling for a large part of the 8 years! These videos have helped me immensely!
Friend I cannot even imagine the fear and anxiety you experienced. Your attitude inspires me to not worry like I have been. So much of our experience is out of our control. I need the wisdom and strength to control my attitude. Thank you for sharing. BIGHUG
8:01 "The time and energy we spend on fearing the future is most likely worse than the future itself." This is one of the best realizations you can have in an overthinking situation. You have helped me quite a lot with your videos so far. Thanks, Einzelgänger! :)
Human fears of entire Life - over 70-80% never come to a pass While in limited possibility of it all happening, there's still many combinations required that'll lead to its occurrence
It's important to meditate and it has to be an every day routine. I have a mix of prayer and meditation that goes something like this... 1. Being thankful for everything I have 2. Wishing health or restoration for the needs of people I know 3. Be aware of various negative situations and how I can prepare my mind to not only overcome but thrive through those situations 4. Dwell on the good that is in me, the desire to help others, to lift people up, be a good influence 5. Understand that death is part of life. It will happen and it's not bad or evil, accept it, embrace it and I will always be ready when it happens.
*Everything in life is the way it's supposed to be.* Either we adapt and learn from the changes of the scenery or we resist and suffer from the inevitable.
Isn't it more about accepting how something is? Saying it's how it is supposed to be takes all the responsibility of one's self. So if I'm lazy and just sit around at home doing nothing its okay, because it's supposed to be that way.
@Big Dank Beans I didn't say, that one should fight tooth and nail or to try to change things out of his/her control. I said that the message" Everything in life is how its supposed to be" is wrong or misleading, because it justifies inaction and strips the responsibility from an individual So instead the message of the video should be accept what has happened, take action where you can to better your life and the lives of others and accept/don't worry about things that are out of your control, no matter the outcome.
I'm completely familiar with stoicism and amor fati, it's my favorite philosophy and motto, and yet this video made me cry for some reason, beautiful video man
I was faced with one of toughest decision I've ever made in my life and looks like there is no going back from that, i just have to love it and embrace whatever the outcome is. Wish me luck guys :)
One of my grandmother’s favorite sayings was “cheer up the worst is yet to come.” I hated it when I was a kid, but now I know she meant that what you’re afraid wasn’t happening right now and probably never would, so enjoy it. The older I get the more I realize this is very true.
People should be taught this from early on. But society wants you to be afraid to be able to control you. Just watch the news it´s a joke. When have you seen something positive on it the last time.... Amor Fati is huge!
Fearing being single for the rest of my life. Been single 11 months now. Needed the time to myself but it's unknown territory for me for this long. I'm 32 and thinking 'I should be this and that by now'. So, this video is really helpful, as always. Thank you.
This video came to me at a good time I'd discovered late last night my fear of being alone, was deep rooted in the inability to differentiate want from need. I felt as if having a romantic partner was something I needed - like I need to drink water and eat to live I realized; being single, for the time being - and until I find the right person, allows me to be much more self-reliant
This is a prime example of how the Absolute Truth resonates across cultures and different philosophies. 'Amor Fati' (as explained here) is extremely close to the teachings of Karma Yoga, one of the four paths to liberation as described by Hindu philosophy. They both teach that since you have no control over the future, there is no reason to spend a single moment worrying over it. Furthermore, Karma Yoga teaches that instead of developing acceptance or tolerance, surrender to the uncertainty. Do not force yourself to love it because someone says so, simply love it for it is. The only thing we have ownership over is our actions, not the results, and thus it is detrimental to the Self to expect anything in return. Work for the sake of doing work, not for the fruits of the work. Work with love and dedication, but remain indifferent to the results. That is true vairagya (detachment + indifference). Thank you for this wonderful video! I always enjoy listening to what various philosophers around the world have to say, and this channel has helped me enjoy that. Keep up the good work!👌🏻✨
My mother pass away from cancer. Day before her death she had surgery. She didn't have fear, she didn't cry. Like she accept her fate no matter what will happen after the surgery, she was afraid to have surgery or any medical intervention before, I think she achieved some virtue to come with internal peace. I don't agree with everything that Stoicism teach, but one I do agree with - Don't worry about things that are not in your control.
Hey Einzel, just wanted to thank you for your videos. Your doomer to bloomer video inspired me to reach for a change. I'm 23, living abroad in a university that I despise being in everyday and I just finally moved to a dorm in my campus. I was hopeless for a solid two years, constantly being afraid of what would happen if I dropped out, or afraid of what would happen if I stayed. I didnt want to disappoint my parents but I also was afraid that if I stayed this way I would never do what I want and end up hating myself for not making the time for it. Your videos inspired me to first seek order, and so I did. I started first eating healthy, then working out, then meditating then reflecting on my previous acts and finally being clean and organized. I think because of your videos and you introducing me to stoicism, I was able to cope with a lot more than I expected. My dad is sick with what my mom thinks is cancer, I'm living by myself, I rarely see my family now, and there's times where I keep being reminded over my ex. But surprisingly, I've learned to embrace it all. I don't feel sad or depressed at all anymore, I actually feel confident of what I want to do, which is drop out of this school and head back to the states, and maybe even seek out new experiences like the air force or army. Thanks alot Einzel, you helped me in change my perspective for the better.
@@frozentrip9175"sorry you see it that way friend" You truly are a practicing stoic. You handled that naysayer with such kindness when you could have either ignored him or got down to his level and argued with him...i'd wager marcus aurelius would nod with approval. I don't think it's even necessary to say "nothing can stop you now in life" cause frankly...nothing will. May you continue to tread well along the flow of life, brother.
@@-A-c While I don't think much of the military either, I liked the way Hassel responded too. Life is not as serious as we think it may be. All the best.
I have been exposed to poverty all my life, and it really sucks. Recently a medical study in Chile concluded that poverty can trigger psychosis in young people, besides depression and anxiety. It really sucks. Do your best to avoid it.
I'm a voluntarily former Roman Catholic Priest, currently as lost as the character "Brooks" in Shawshank Redemption upon his release from prison after so many years. Thank you for compiling what you do.
Former Catholic priest, huh? Now lost like the "Brooks" character. I have some excellent advice for you. Toss all that religious garbage that you learned into the trash can and challenge yourself to do things you have never tried. #1 on my list is learn how to scuba dive. What you will see, feel and encounter will be more glorious than anything you've ever done in your life. #2. Try to witness an erupting volcano, in person and close- of course without being vaporized. #3. Travel alone, expecting nothing. Watch what happens when you meet strangers in a strange land. #4. Live your life without fear. People miss out on living when they worry, have anxiety or fear of what might happen. #5. As I reflect on my life, and it's been extraordinary, my greatest moments were when I was alone. Scuba diving, volcano climbing and enjoying remote hot springs- each time I was alone, yet those were my moments of greatest happiness. Being with people can be fun, but to have a moment of clarity, to have your questions of "why" answered never occurs when you are distracted by other people. You will discover your religious journey was just one aspect of your life and now your new journey in life is to explore the world with an innocent child's curiosity. At the end of your life, the most important things are looking back and not having any regrets, making certain you never hurt anyone and the world was better because you were here on this majestic azure sphere floating in the ink blackness of Infinity. ⚛️
I can't believe I found a channel that actually speaks to so many things I have (and am) experiencing. I want to learn how to be more Stoic in my everyday life so I look forward to your videos.
I used to practice amor fati since I was a kid, I grew up as a Muslim, and I think a lot of Islamic teachings are inspired by stoicism (since Arabs translated a lot from the Greeks in the beginning of the Islamic civilisation). I took that concept "amor fati" for granted, never gave it much thought, I was just used to it. I moved to another country (different culture), where people are so obsessed on beating themselves for work (to the point where people die of over work and suicidal rates are so high because when people make mistakes they feel unnaturally ashamed), being in that environment did change me, I now suffer from stress an anxiety (which I never or very rarely experienced before). However, I do now realise the value of amor fati, I do now realise that my anxiety isn't caused by my circumstances but simply by the way I think about them. I do now appreciate my bringing-up. Thank you for reminding me!
I discovered your channel when I was 16 years old I am 22 and so things I didn't expect has happened to me and I have decided to stay with this channel because of how much it has helped me.
Abhishek shah this amor fati and stoicism just sounds the same as Islam. I’ve been practicing this for years and didn’t know. It makes you worry less and live happily
I'd like to take a moment to thank Einzelganger for the following passage in this video: "The future is just another path: not good, not bad; only if the mind makes it so." I really needed to hear that today.
Dont demand that things happens as you wish but wish that they happen as they do happen & you will go on well How beautifully this gets resonated with my current ongoing situations Thanks for sharing
This couldnt have come at a better time for me. I have been so anxious and impatient about moving to another state, as I live in the city, which I dislike. I love quiet, stillness, nature, and dislike crowds, so living in New York is not ideal for me. Im always seeking nature anywhere that I can, as I feel that it fuels me to my core. Ive been trying to be patient with myself about moving. 1, i have a lot of debt to pay off, and 2, my partner isnt ready to leave as hes been here all of his life. Perhaps one day that dream will happen but for now, I will take life as it comes, as I am still grateful and blessed to have what I have in this moment
This is such a brilliant video. Your description of Amor Fati is, by far, the crispest and most succulent of all that I have read for over a decade. Thank you for your efforts. You are making lives better, including mine.
That part about being afraid of being alone, then exposing ones self to being single for a while - this was my entire life (i have abandonment trauma from childhood) and I was sick of grasping onto strangers to be responsible for my happiness... I was so fed up I decided to write myself off of dating for as long as possible and channel all that energy back into myself. A few things: 1. 110% recommend this. Life-changing. Everything I wanted in someone else, I cultivated in myself :,) 2. I discovered I actually don't like dating unless we are good friends. I'm asexual lol 3. When people can't fulfill an expectation I might have on them, it doesn't bother me like it used to. I'm so much better at accepting it, not personalizing it, and keeping it moving. Stoicism is so deeply personal for me. Thank you for these videos!! I am going to remember to expose myself more to the "negative outcomes" because I do struggle with accepting change and uncertainty, and this is a thing that absolutely changes your life
Your work has value; keep writing books and videos - and most importantly living by your own law and truth. Diversity of ideas and originality is the way towards world peace. We are never alone; even tho it's just so nice to be alone.
You do such great work. The wisdom that you share in your videos has helped me a lot. I can sy your videos have contributed in my developement as a person. Thankyou, and greetings from Spain!!
I've been binging the Einzelgänger channel a while now. And this goes to say... not an easy one to declare... This video is in the upper echelon. And that is saying a lot because these philosophy highlights are so crucial. Thanks for doing the work of the good! And I appreciate you.
Gratitude is at the root of not fearing negative outcome. Keeping life simple and enjoying the basics will keep you happy. Being single is beautiful if not done in fear. Will you do a face reveal someday? Would love to see the face behind the microphone. One day I will release the materialism and embrace many other forms of non material existing. What makes me happy now is feeling gratitude for simple things.
Why tho? Do you dare said that to pramoedya ananta toer because he wrote how proud he is to be an Indonesian in every single books he wrote and called it cringy? How dare you sir.
@@hdmi5872 I dont know who that guy is but it gives me an impression that he was/is a patriot of some sort. I think most indo pride are cringy in youtube because they comment their country even if the video barely contains Indonesian content. I mean why have pride? Does it make you special or something? So what if someone is indonesian, japanese, malaysian, or anything else?
Im 35m and ive always struggled with a break up. Right now im going through one, and she had pointed out sone things i need to work on which has lead me to this stoicism. I want to be a better person for myself. I moved to germany from new zealand to have a shot at this relationship and have ended up homeless. Its been a rough 2 weeks but i start work soon and im hoping my visa is ready by the time i start and i need to find somewhere to live. Alot of the time its so overwhelming. I have to remember im having the most insightful and exciting time of my life. Even yhough things are so uncertain, I want to appreciate these experiences and learn and grow. Thankyou.
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I'm reading your book and I love it, thank you very much for your teachings, you are helping with my depression and anxiety too much, though I must admit that isn't an easy task, every day I just watch your videos and I feel re-energized.
Keep this up, man. I joined the Stoic community in the spring of 2018 and haven't looked back. There's been ups and downs and I am not near as Stoic as I should be, but the philosophy has become ingrained within me, and I couldn't be happier.
The important is that we understand very well what is actually under our control, fully or partially. The risk is to become passive and loser without even fighting.
i've been living a stoic life for 20 years and i didn't even know it, especially with jobs and money... i love this stoic stuff... i still have a lot of work to do on other things though
I give thanks to your commentary on such wonderful insights towards everybody's daily life youth are the substance in the ingredients of what life has to offer. THANKS
You help more than you know, your videos help me so much and helped in giving me peace of mind. You have a calming voice and keep me focused on what really matters. Thank you. Just knowing people like you exist helps.
A friend of mine gave me the tip of trying watching your videos. I am just starting, but it looks promising. I have been a loner all my life and your views on amor fati and the Stoic philosophy do make sense ... Thank you and I will continue watching your insights step by step.
My desire is to be happy with life as it reveals itself. I no longer seek to impose my will. I just do as I can, and whatever occurs, occurs. That does not mean I cannot influence what occurs in the future, but I can only increase or decrease the probability of an event occurring, so at the end of the day, the future is always unpredictable. I talk things calmly and slowly and live life on my own terms. I think, if I died tomorrow, would this have been the way I would have wanted to live? That keeps me grounded.
I found this by accident at a time I needed it the most. I was going quite insane, putting on this guilt for not measuring up to what I had thought for myself. I am not sure why, but you explaining this put it in terms that just clicked for me. I can't say I no longer act the way I did previously, but I am certainly aware of this notion that you have presented. I hope that I will be able to consciously implement it in my life and minimize the impact of the attachment that was weighing me down all these years. Sincerely, thank you.
Wonderful philosophy! Appears practical . However, in real life, become anxious when facing uncertainty of any type due to the fear of a negative outcome. Also, easily get upset by any criticism , real or imaginary. Will welcome suggestions how to overcome these twin challenges of implementing the amor fati mindset . Thanks for a great video.
I just stumbled upon your channel, and ever since doing so, I've at least watched 1-2 of your videos everyday. What I cannot explain though, is that every video brings forth a moment of which my tears cannot do much else but let go. It as if the subconscious is finally being spoken to, and in response is changing to a better me. It has most likely to do with my current point in life, where solitude has replaced companionship, and where I can begin facing what has been so far postponed. Thank you so much for all your work, it is truly helping. Best regards, Daniel from Norway.
Trying to control the outcome is pointless, because, we cant. But what we can control however, is the position we take towards the outcome - (doing the best in the present moment)
I think this is one of your greatest videos. 😭😍 Thank you! I want to send it to everybody I know to help them live this way. I am trying to live my life by stoic principles & I have never been happier or more content. It gives me so much confidence facing the future. 🎉
Life beats 'amor fati' into you, sooner or later. Because no matter how hard we can try, for years, there are things outside of our control which can scupper our efforts. Saving to buy a house? Oh, your savings have halved in value due to exchange rates. Want to do your PhD? Oh, your supervisor leaves after your first year and no one wants to supervise your work. You landed your dream job? Your boss (who you like) is pushed out in a political move, and you end up 'moving' six months' later. The real struggle is then to put effort into projects when you've had these kind of repeated experiences...
Check out Einzelgänger's book 'Stoicism for Inner Peace' here: einzelganger.co/innerpeace
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"You can’t change things outside of your control, but you can change your attitude.
- Marcus Aurelius
Marcus was the man!!!!
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Also in Line with Victor Frankle.
I'm going to get you a 1000 likes.
Amen
I’m 42 and 8 years ago I woke up and just like that I had a movement disorder. When I walk it’s like walking on ice skates and I fall about 3-5x a day, my hands lost most coordination, and I lost the ability to speak on que. I had to quit my job and go on disability and so my life flipped upside down. I have been struggling for a large part of the 8 years! These videos have helped me immensely!
thats screwed up i believe you like why would you make that up its just so hard to believe
@@jordanwilks8914 wtf is this reply🤣
@@goodgreenbeats i said that i beleive her it just is so crazy
Friend I cannot even imagine the fear and anxiety you experienced. Your attitude inspires me to not worry like I have been. So much of our experience is out of our control. I need the wisdom and strength to control my attitude. Thank you for sharing. BIGHUG
God be with you!
"Whatever happens, happens." - Cowboy Bebop
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Que sera, sera
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1. Purposefully expose yourself to the thing you averse.
2. See change as an opportunity.
3. Realise that happiness is relative.
4. Be present.
8:01 "The time and energy we spend on fearing the future is most likely worse than the future itself."
This is one of the best realizations you can have in an overthinking situation. You have helped me quite a lot with your videos so far. Thanks, Einzelgänger! :)
Worry is a misused of imagination.
Human fears of entire Life - over 70-80% never come to a pass
While in limited possibility of it all happening, there's still many combinations required that'll lead to its occurrence
Yes this one hits like bricks
"He stuffers more than necessary, who suffers before it's necessary." -Seneca
This point really resonated with me too.
It's important to meditate and it has to be an every day routine. I have a mix of prayer and meditation that goes something like this...
1. Being thankful for everything I have
2. Wishing health or restoration for the needs of people I know
3. Be aware of various negative situations and how I can prepare my mind to not only overcome but thrive through those situations
4. Dwell on the good that is in me, the desire to help others, to lift people up, be a good influence
5. Understand that death is part of life. It will happen and it's not bad or evil, accept it, embrace it and I will always be ready when it happens.
Thankyou. I'm going to try this too
A B meditation & prayer are amazing, quickest way into the soul & brings gratitude to the surface :) have a great day
Thank you. All the best.
Thanks for reminding me again about the importance of meditation
Thank u
*Everything in life is the way it's supposed to be.*
Either we adapt and learn from the changes of the scenery or we resist and suffer from the inevitable.
So very true Ossein 😊😇🙏🌹
Isn't it more about accepting how something is? Saying it's how it is supposed to be takes all the responsibility of one's self. So if I'm lazy and just sit around at home doing nothing its okay, because it's supposed to be that way.
wise words
Yes, We can not control anything in life, we are controlled by the laws of nature.
@Big Dank Beans I didn't say, that one should fight tooth and nail or to try to change things out of his/her control. I said that the message" Everything in life is how its supposed to be" is wrong or misleading, because it justifies inaction and strips the responsibility from an individual So instead the message of the video should be accept what has happened, take action where you can to better your life and the lives of others and accept/don't worry about things that are out of your control, no matter the outcome.
I'm completely familiar with stoicism and amor fati, it's my favorite philosophy and motto, and yet this video made me cry for some reason, beautiful video man
Congrats on hitting 100K this week man -- your thoughts are incredibly articulate
Ur channel is amazing.
Hi Captain Sinbad, thank you! Nice to have you here 👍
I'm a Life Coach in the US.
You are amazing in your interpretation of the philosophy. Vids are great.
My best to you.
Voluntarily living a meager life for a few days is not an accurate replica of really being impoverished for a long period of time.
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I was faced with one of toughest decision I've ever made in my life and looks like there is no going back from that, i just have to love it and embrace whatever the outcome is. Wish me luck guys :)
How did it work out brother?
Then?
I hope it all went well after this comment my dude
Sending so much love!
"The future lies in uncertainty, live immediately"
So strange that in the same moment someone else from another part on Earth is in the same mindset like me.
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It happens every couple years.
Happiness is not about circumstances: it's about appreciation.
"Your focus determines your reality." - Qui-Gon Jinn
I find stoicism to be the most useful and prescriptive of all the philosophies I've looked into.
Have you tried Bashars Formula yet?
One of my grandmother’s favorite sayings was “cheer up the worst is yet to come.” I hated it when I was a kid, but now I know she meant that what you’re afraid wasn’t happening right now and probably never would, so enjoy it. The older I get the more I realize this is very true.
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People should be taught this from early on. But society wants you to be afraid to be able to control you. Just watch the news it´s a joke. When have you seen something positive on it the last time.... Amor Fati is huge!
Fearing being single for the rest of my life. Been single 11 months now. Needed the time to myself but it's unknown territory for me for this long. I'm 32 and thinking 'I should be this and that by now'. So, this video is really helpful, as always. Thank you.
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I’m 23 and never had a girlfriend. Relax, take care of yourself.
How are things for you now
This video came to me at a good time
I'd discovered late last night my fear of being alone, was deep rooted in the inability to differentiate want from need.
I felt as if having a romantic partner was something I needed - like I need to drink water and eat to live
I realized; being single, for the time being - and until I find the right person, allows me to be much more self-reliant
The key is, do your best but expect nothing, good results will immensely satisfy you, on the other end, you'll just shrugg off the bad ones.
This is a prime example of how the Absolute Truth resonates across cultures and different philosophies. 'Amor Fati' (as explained here) is extremely close to the teachings of Karma Yoga, one of the four paths to liberation as described by Hindu philosophy. They both teach that since you have no control over the future, there is no reason to spend a single moment worrying over it.
Furthermore, Karma Yoga teaches that instead of developing acceptance or tolerance, surrender to the uncertainty. Do not force yourself to love it because someone says so, simply love it for it is. The only thing we have ownership over is our actions, not the results, and thus it is detrimental to the Self to expect anything in return. Work for the sake of doing work, not for the fruits of the work. Work with love and dedication, but remain indifferent to the results. That is true vairagya (detachment + indifference).
Thank you for this wonderful video! I always enjoy listening to what various philosophers around the world have to say, and this channel has helped me enjoy that. Keep up the good work!👌🏻✨
My mother pass away from cancer. Day before her death she had surgery. She didn't have fear, she didn't cry. Like she accept her fate no matter what will happen after the surgery, she was afraid to have surgery or any medical intervention before, I think she achieved some virtue to come with internal peace. I don't agree with everything that Stoicism teach, but one I do agree with - Don't worry about things that are not in your control.
I'm in tears.
Thank you.
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Glad you liked it... Hopefully tears of joy ;)
Hey Einzel, just wanted to thank you for your videos. Your doomer to bloomer video inspired me to reach for a change. I'm 23, living abroad in a university that I despise being in everyday and I just finally moved to a dorm in my campus. I was hopeless for a solid two years, constantly being afraid of what would happen if I dropped out, or afraid of what would happen if I stayed. I didnt want to disappoint my parents but I also was afraid that if I stayed this way I would never do what I want and end up hating myself for not making the time for it.
Your videos inspired me to first seek order, and so I did. I started first eating healthy, then working out, then meditating then reflecting on my previous acts and finally being clean and organized. I think because of your videos and you introducing me to stoicism, I was able to cope with a lot more than I expected. My dad is sick with what my mom thinks is cancer, I'm living by myself, I rarely see my family now, and there's times where I keep being reminded over my ex. But surprisingly, I've learned to embrace it all. I don't feel sad or depressed at all anymore, I actually feel confident of what I want to do, which is drop out of this school and head back to the states, and maybe even seek out new experiences like the air force or army.
Thanks alot Einzel, you helped me in change my perspective for the better.
Stay away from the military. Do you want to become a brainwashed wounded idiot ...?
@@hassel7 Sorry you see it that way friend
Frozen Trip The military is a great option don't listen to this fool.
@@frozentrip9175"sorry you see it that way friend"
You truly are a practicing stoic.
You handled that naysayer with such kindness when you could have either ignored him or got down to his level and argued with him...i'd wager marcus aurelius would nod with approval. I don't think it's even necessary to say "nothing can stop you now in life" cause frankly...nothing will.
May you continue to tread well along the flow of life, brother.
@@-A-c While I don't think much of the military either, I liked the way Hassel responded too. Life is not as serious as we think it may be. All the best.
I have been exposed to poverty all my life, and it really sucks.
Recently a medical study in Chile concluded that poverty can trigger psychosis in young people, besides depression and anxiety.
It really sucks. Do your best to avoid it.
Amor fati and memento mori can be a double edged sword where individual simply goes with the flow, basically losing any motivation.
Best philosophy for introverts 💓
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I love that your channel is growing rapidly , this type of content needs to spread
Superman i watch this channel Atleast once a week, multiple videos. Extreme quality
I'm a voluntarily former Roman Catholic Priest, currently as lost as the character "Brooks" in Shawshank Redemption upon his release from prison after so many years. Thank you for compiling what you do.
Former Catholic priest, huh? Now lost like the "Brooks" character.
I have some excellent advice for you.
Toss all that religious garbage that you learned into the trash can and challenge yourself to do things you have never tried.
#1 on my list is learn how to scuba dive.
What you will see, feel and encounter will be more glorious than anything you've ever done in your life.
#2. Try to witness an erupting volcano, in person and close- of course without being vaporized.
#3. Travel alone, expecting nothing. Watch what happens when you meet strangers in a strange land.
#4. Live your life without fear. People miss out on living when they worry, have anxiety or fear of what might happen.
#5. As I reflect on my life, and it's been extraordinary, my greatest moments were when I was alone. Scuba diving, volcano climbing and enjoying remote hot springs- each time I was alone, yet those were my moments of greatest happiness.
Being with people can be fun, but to have a moment of clarity, to have your questions of "why" answered never occurs when you are distracted by other people.
You will discover your religious journey was just one aspect of your life and now your new journey in life is to explore the world with an innocent child's curiosity.
At the end of your life, the most important things are looking back and not having any regrets, making certain you never hurt anyone and the world was better because you were here on this majestic azure sphere floating in the ink blackness of Infinity.
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I can't believe I found a channel that actually speaks to so many things I have (and am) experiencing. I want to learn how to be more Stoic in my everyday life so I look forward to your videos.
Welcome, Angel. Glad you like the videos :)
@@Einzelgänger this channel is underated
I used to practice amor fati since I was a kid, I grew up as a Muslim, and I think a lot of Islamic teachings are inspired by stoicism (since Arabs translated a lot from the Greeks in the beginning of the Islamic civilisation). I took that concept "amor fati" for granted, never gave it much thought, I was just used to it.
I moved to another country (different culture), where people are so obsessed on beating themselves for work (to the point where people die of over work and suicidal rates are so high because when people make mistakes they feel unnaturally ashamed), being in that environment did change me, I now suffer from stress an anxiety (which I never or very rarely experienced before). However, I do now realise the value of amor fati, I do now realise that my anxiety isn't caused by my circumstances but simply by the way I think about them. I do now appreciate my bringing-up.
Thank you for reminding me!
I discovered your channel when I was 16 years old I am 22 and so things I didn't expect has happened to me and I have decided to stay with this channel because of how much it has helped me.
Best channel I've discovered this month.
Have been amor fati'ing for the past few days
So have I. It's liberating isn't it. It's the most powerful tool I've ever used in life
Abhishek shah this amor fati and stoicism just sounds the same as Islam. I’ve been practicing this for years and didn’t know. It makes you worry less and live happily
Yes I have been amor fart'ing too my son..
Haydhar Abdinasir idk about that, islam has a lot of worrying and fighting against certain things
@@Muxammadamiin No. Muslims live in anxiety whether they will go to heaven and hell. They worry about satan. Its not Amor Fati
Your channel grows because this world is going insane more than ever. Blessings and joy to all.
The d6 of fate - and eight months on they’re even crazier!
This comment was ahead of it's time
Happiness depends on your perception of the situation you are facing.
This channel is a gem......It have changed my perspective towards life
I rely on your videos everyday to keep me going ! You are a Teacher!
I'd like to take a moment to thank Einzelganger for the following passage in this video:
"The future is just another path: not good, not bad; only if the mind makes it so."
I really needed to hear that today.
As someone who joining the navy. This is even more important for me.
Thanks for the videos
The Navy has saved the world many times. Enjoy the journey. I served for 7 years. The sea is magnificent.
scott browning wishing you fair winds.
@@nathanosgood4959 thank you! I ship October 1st
@@liwanag72 my contract for 6 years. I ship october 1st
Good luck!
I had to rewatch this one because right now I'm in situations I never imagined I would be. Thank you for all your videos
I'm obsessed with the concept "Amor Fati" it describes my outlook on life that ive had for a while. I dubbed myself a "Stoic Realist"
Dont demand that things happens as you wish
but
wish that they happen as they do happen & you will go on well
How beautifully this gets resonated with my current ongoing situations
Thanks for sharing
This couldnt have come at a better time for me. I have been so anxious and impatient about moving to another state, as I live in the city, which I dislike. I love quiet, stillness, nature, and dislike crowds, so living in New York is not ideal for me. Im always seeking nature anywhere that I can, as I feel that it fuels me to my core. Ive been trying to be patient with myself about moving. 1, i have a lot of debt to pay off, and 2, my partner isnt ready to leave as hes been here all of his life. Perhaps one day that dream will happen but for now, I will take life as it comes, as I am still grateful and blessed to have what I have in this moment
This is such a brilliant video. Your description of Amor Fati is, by far, the crispest and most succulent of all that I have read for over a decade. Thank you for your efforts. You are making lives better, including mine.
Oh wow Sonia, that's definitely a succulent compliment! Thank you! 😃
I have been watching Einzelganer channel for a while. The channel contains so much information on how to feel peace/tranquility in life. 😀
You are going to have a great positive impact on our planet with your videos. Please keep 'em coming!
I'm so happy I found out about Stoicism
T T right?! It helps against any anxiety that surfaces from external circumstances
@@loganlaj yes it truly does
T T peace man☮️ I was gonna say “stay happy” but I’ll go with “stay stoic” hahaha
@@loganlaj ayyyyyyyyy👌
That part about being afraid of being alone, then exposing ones self to being single for a while - this was my entire life (i have abandonment trauma from childhood) and I was sick of grasping onto strangers to be responsible for my happiness... I was so fed up I decided to write myself off of dating for as long as possible and channel all that energy back into myself. A few things:
1. 110% recommend this. Life-changing. Everything I wanted in someone else, I cultivated in myself :,)
2. I discovered I actually don't like dating unless we are good friends. I'm asexual lol
3. When people can't fulfill an expectation I might have on them, it doesn't bother me like it used to. I'm so much better at accepting it, not personalizing it, and keeping it moving.
Stoicism is so deeply personal for me. Thank you for these videos!! I am going to remember to expose myself more to the "negative outcomes" because I do struggle with accepting change and uncertainty, and this is a thing that absolutely changes your life
So basically a fancy way to say 'It is what it is'.
Neat
You can't be anything else than what you are, so love it.
Your work has value; keep writing books and videos - and most importantly living by your own law and truth. Diversity of ideas and originality is the way towards world peace. We are never alone; even tho it's just so nice to be alone.
Your channel has changed me in many ways, I’m so grateful.
Good luck! Keep moving forward!!!
You are exceptional. I really enjoy your perspectives. This video is deeply rooted in life's realities.
wow, these ancient philosophers really have timeless advices
You do such great work. The wisdom that you share in your videos has helped me a lot. I can sy your videos have contributed in my developement as a person. Thankyou, and greetings from Spain!!
This is one of my favorites of Einselgangers! I've listened to it many times over. This is a good playlist as well. Thank you for your channel!
As always, you nailed it buddy. you are officially my Stoic therapist!
Realized that I have been practicing this unknowingly from a very long time.
I've been binging the Einzelgänger channel a while now. And this goes to say... not an easy one to declare... This video is in the upper echelon. And that is saying a lot because these philosophy highlights are so crucial. Thanks for doing the work of the good! And I appreciate you.
These videos are so perspective changing. Thank you for everything, Einzelgänger.
Gratitude is at the root of not fearing negative outcome. Keeping life simple and enjoying the basics will keep you happy. Being single is beautiful if not done in fear. Will you do a face reveal someday? Would love to see the face behind the microphone. One day I will release the materialism and embrace many other forms of non material existing. What makes me happy now is feeling gratitude for simple things.
big love from Indonesia🇮🇩
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Indonesian cringy pride
Why tho? Do you dare said that to pramoedya ananta toer because he wrote how proud he is to be an Indonesian in every single books he wrote and called it cringy? How dare you sir.
@@hdmi5872 I dont know who that guy is but it gives me an impression that he was/is a patriot of some sort.
I think most indo pride are cringy in youtube because they comment their country even if the video barely contains Indonesian content.
I mean why have pride? Does it make you special or something? So what if someone is indonesian, japanese, malaysian, or anything else?
you people realise this video and channel about self mind improvement, and yet, all i read here still toxic mind.
Im 35m and ive always struggled with a break up.
Right now im going through one, and she had pointed out sone things i need to work on which has lead me to this stoicism. I want to be a better person for myself.
I moved to germany from new zealand to have a shot at this relationship and have ended up homeless. Its been a rough 2 weeks but i start work soon and im hoping my visa is ready by the time i start and i need to find somewhere to live.
Alot of the time its so overwhelming.
I have to remember im having the most insightful and exciting time of my life. Even yhough things are so uncertain, I want to appreciate these experiences and learn and grow.
Thankyou.
I'm reading your book and I love it, thank you very much for your teachings, you are helping with my depression and anxiety too much, though I must admit that isn't an easy task, every day I just watch your videos and I feel re-energized.
4:56 It's true, being alone will NOT make you lonely. Purposely staying single can be a game changer!!!
Keep this up, man. I joined the Stoic community in the spring of 2018 and haven't looked back. There's been ups and downs and I am not near as Stoic as I should be, but the philosophy has become ingrained within me, and I couldn't be happier.
The important is that we understand very well what is actually under our control, fully or partially. The risk is to become passive and loser without even fighting.
i've been living a stoic life for 20 years and i didn't even know it, especially with jobs and money... i love this stoic stuff... i still have a lot of work to do on other things though
Such impact has been made in my life
I give thanks to your commentary on such wonderful insights towards everybody's daily life youth are the substance in the ingredients of what life has to offer. THANKS
Thank you soo much!!!! Comforting and wise and very needed words
You help more than you know, your videos help me so much and helped in giving me peace of mind. You have a calming voice and keep me focused on what really matters. Thank you. Just knowing people like you exist helps.
Being single is a "blessing" but I've learned that be very careful too with your "freedom".
A friend of mine gave me the tip of trying watching your videos. I am just starting, but it looks promising. I have been a loner all my life and your views on amor fati and the Stoic philosophy do make sense ... Thank you and I will continue watching your insights step by step.
This channel and this content are the things helping me through some dark times. I am finding it hard to cope. Thank you for the help.
I’m a too worrying person thanks to this vid my soul is free somehow from the future
Thank you for your content. I have really enjoyed your channel it has become one of my favorites. Have a great day!
My desire is to be happy with life as it reveals itself. I no longer seek to impose my will. I just do as I can, and whatever occurs, occurs. That does not mean I cannot influence what occurs in the future, but I can only increase or decrease the probability of an event occurring, so at the end of the day, the future is always unpredictable. I talk things calmly and slowly and live life on my own terms. I think, if I died tomorrow, would this have been the way I would have wanted to live? That keeps me grounded.
Thank you, that was both informative and inspiring.
I found this by accident at a time I needed it the most. I was going quite insane, putting on this guilt for not measuring up to what I had thought for myself.
I am not sure why, but you explaining this put it in terms that just clicked for me.
I can't say I no longer act the way I did previously, but I am certainly aware of this notion that you have presented. I hope that I will be able to consciously implement it in my life and minimize the impact of the attachment that was weighing me down all these years.
Sincerely, thank you.
Wonderful philosophy! Appears practical . However, in real life, become anxious when facing uncertainty of any type due to the fear of a negative outcome. Also, easily get upset by any criticism , real or imaginary. Will welcome suggestions how to overcome these twin challenges of implementing the amor fati mindset . Thanks for a great video.
Amazing content, as always. Your videos really help me in my stoic practice. Keep up the good work!
Thanks a lot, Frank! :p
I just stumbled upon your channel, and ever since doing so, I've at least watched 1-2 of your videos everyday. What I cannot explain though, is that every video brings forth a moment of which my tears cannot do much else but let go. It as if the subconscious is finally being spoken to, and in response is changing to a better me. It has most likely to do with my current point in life, where solitude has replaced companionship, and where I can begin facing what has been so far postponed. Thank you so much for all your work, it is truly helping. Best regards, Daniel from Norway.
I am love ❤️, I am a giver, I am grateful, I am one with the universe we are joyful 😀 we living our life simple and wonderful. Guys I am 😃😃😃🙏🏽🙏🏽
I'm about to binge watch your channel when I get home
This is one of the best videos i have ever watched on youtube,thanks for keeping us in check mate.
Attachment is the root to all suffering.
Your content gives me a lot of motivation ! 🦋 Thanks for that
Dude, you are simply amazing ❤️❤️ Great voice, you very well articulate the content ...
I really appreciate the content of your videos and your passionate work. I’m thankful for your existence and compassion for humans beings ❤️
Thank you so much dearest 💐
You’re such an inspiration 🥰
Be Blissful Eternally 🙏🏼😇
Trying to control the outcome is pointless, because, we cant.
But what we can control however, is the position we take towards the outcome - (doing the best in the present moment)
Your videos are helping me so much. Thanks!
Great to hear, Dennis 👍
Thank you for your videos , you explain really well and you have a beautiful tone ! Greetings from Mexico
I think this is one of your greatest videos. 😭😍 Thank you! I want to send it to everybody I know to help them live this way. I am trying to live my life by stoic principles & I have never been happier or more content. It gives me so much confidence facing the future. 🎉
Thanks for the videos. English pro tip: People don't averse things. People are averse to things. Averse is an adjective not a verb.
Love you so much, genuinely changing my life ❤️❤️
Thank you for your kind words, Lamp Shade. I'm happy my work could bring you some value!
Life beats 'amor fati' into you, sooner or later.
Because no matter how hard we can try, for years, there are things outside of our control which can scupper our efforts.
Saving to buy a house? Oh, your savings have halved in value due to exchange rates.
Want to do your PhD?
Oh, your supervisor leaves after your first year and no one wants to supervise your work.
You landed your dream job?
Your boss (who you like) is pushed out in a political move, and you end up 'moving' six months' later.
The real struggle is then to put effort into projects when you've had these kind of repeated experiences...
I recognized myself there.
Really love these and all your videos. Really wish they were available on Podcast too! Hope we get that some day ✌🙏