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The Daily Stoic

Daily Stoic | Wondery

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For centuries, all sorts of people—generals and politicians, athletes and coaches, writers and leaders—have looked to the teachings of Stoicism to help guide their lives. Each day, author and speaker Ryan Holiday brings you a new lesson about life, inspired by the thoughts and writings of great Stoic thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca the Younger. Daily Stoic Podcast also features Q+As with listeners and interviews with notable figures from sports, academia, politics, and more. Learn m ...
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Between A Rock & A Hard Prince

Cori Rock / Nick Dawes / Ryan Prince

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Hi, and welcome to our brand new show 'Between A Rock And A Hard Prince'! A show where we talk about all sorts of nonsense, and hope to give you a good laugh.PARENTAL GUIDANCE RECOMMENDED & GUIDANCE FOR OLDER PARENTS RECOMMENDED TOO ;) Join Corinne, Nick & Ryan EVERY Tuesday, as they talk about a whole pile of nonsense, with the distinct aim of giving each other grief, but also to give you guys, the listeners, a proper good giggle (with them and AT them).
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Celebrating resilience in sport - the human stories behind the stars. Hosted & produced by sports journalist Neroli Meadows. Thanks to Woody Pitney for his track “Love Me Like You Wanna Be Loved“ & Ryan Pierse for the cover photo.
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Journaling allows us to release our thoughts and feelings, but shadow work journaling takes it to a much deeper level. Shadow work is based on Carl Jung's idea that we all have a “shadow self” which holds our repressed thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This side of us is hidden in our subconscious, but impacts how we show up in all areas of life…
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What we see in Meditations is not the finished product of a philosopher but the process of philosophy—we are watching Marcus philosophize to himself. It’s like we get to eavesdrop on one of the world’s greatest singers giving the most earnest performance of their lifetime, totally to themselves. 🎙️ Listen to The Responsibility of Translating Marcus…
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You could build castles out of the bricks they threw at Cato. But Cato didn’t need to build castles with those bricks because he had something better - an inner citadel. Ask DS: Looking at Cato’s life, does he stick to his plan of justice too much sometimes? If Ryan could ask Marcus Aurelius one question, what would it be? What are Ryan's tips or t…
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It doesn’t matter that times are dark or violent or uncertain. We must be grateful, we must seize this gift we’ve been given while we have it. 🪙 Designed with the intention of carrying them in your pocket, our Memento Mori Medallion is a literal and inescapable reminder that “you could leave life right now.” Check it out at https://store.dailystoic…
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Patrick Dempsey and Ryan’s conversation continues in today’s episode, talking about the ethical decisions made each day, how the entertainment world is impacting society, prioritizing being of service, contributing positively to communities, and how Patrick has embraced Stoicism in his life. Patrick Dempsey is an actor, race car driver, and founder…
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There are going to be moments of life that make you question just how much a person can possibly take. But there is that inner-citadel within you as well. Cultivate it now, reinforce it and it will be even stronger and more dependable when you need it. 🎶 Lyrics mentioned are from So Long, London by Taylor Swift 📕 Grab a copy of Hardship and Happine…
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We need to make the virtues commonplace again—they are, as Marcus Aurelius said, “touchstones of goodness.” And we must start with the only thing we control: Our own decisions, motivations and actions. 📚 Learn how to live with virtue by reading the Stoic Virtues series by Ryan Holiday: Book 1: Courage is Calling | https://store.dailystoic.com/ Book…
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Today's episode is an excerpt from The Tao Of Seneca produced by Tim Ferriss’ Audio. In this letter, Seneca writes about how true philosophy requires acting in accordance with one's principles, advocating for consistency between one's inner life and outward behavior. Go to tim.blog/seneca to get the PDF for free. Listen to more of The Tao of Seneca…
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The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris are officially here! To kick off the Olympics, Ryan talks to gold medalist Dominique Dawes, Michael Phelps’ coach Bob Bowman, and legendary basketball coach George Raveling. Dominique Dawes is one of only three US women to compete at three Olympics, and has won four Olympic medals. In the 1996 Summer Olympic G…
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You’ll never be happy or feel good if your sense of worth is tied up in always being well-received, if you can’t handle the injustice of being misunderstood or unfairly criticized. 📕 Right Thing, Right Now | https://store.dailystoic.com/ 🎟 Ryan Holiday is going on tour! Grab tickets at ryanholiday.net/tour 📓 Grab your own leather bound signed editi…
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Marcus Aurelius put his words down in Greek over 1,850 years ago. They have not changed. But each time a new translator has looked at them, they’ve found something different. Ask DS: Does leadership equal sacrifice? How do you stay motivated, present, and fulfilled while also keeping Memento Mori in mind? 🎙️Listen to part 1 of Ryan’s Q&A with the F…
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A Stoic is invulnerable. A Stoic is tough. A Stoic is emotionless. A Stoic can't cry...right? You’re only human. So be human and let yourself feel. 💡 Take the first step towards a calmer future by signing up for the course: Taming Your Temper: The 11 Day Stoic Guide to Controlling Your Anger at the Daily Stoic Store: https://dailystoic.com/anger ✉️…
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After the recent assassination attempt of former President Trump and the heightening political divide, it’s important to learn from history and turn to what we can control amidst the chaos. There’s no better time to revisit Ryan Holiday’s conversation with Mike Duncan, author of Storm Before the Storm and podcast host of The History of Rome, to tal…
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The Stoics didn’t just stand before kings, they came to them as equals and in some cases, towered over them, their virtue putting them above any kind of worldly power. 📕 Pick up a copy of Lives of the Stoics by Ryan Holiday | https://store.dailystoic.com/ 🎥 Watch the YouTube video of Everything You Need To Know About Marcus Aurelius' Meditations 💡 …
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“Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be,” Marcus Aurelius says. “Be one.” Don't follow breaking news. Don't let it change who you are. Don't let it rattle your equilibrium. 📕 Turn off the news and read these books instead: Trust Me I’m Lying by Ryan Holiday Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman The Image by Daniel Boorstin The Br…
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When you feel that voice inside you creeping up, the one that makes you feel entitled, the one that makes you feel superior, the one that makes you aghast that anyone would try to be telling you what to do, that child-like voice, that's ego. Listen in to Ryan Holiday differentiate between ego and confidence, explain how ego gets in the way of succe…
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You may know Patrick Dempsey as “McDreamy” from Grey’s Anatomy or from one of his many leading roles in films like Enchanted, Sweet Home Alabama, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, The Art of Racing in the Rain, Ferrari, and countless others. In addition to being an incredible actor, Patrick is also a competitive race car driver and founder of Dempsey…
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Embrace who you really are. Embrace what makes you unique. Embrace your weirdness. Because chances are it’s special. 🎙️ Listen to Rainn Wilson’s interview on The Daily Stoic or watch it on YouTube 📓 Grab your own leather bound signed edition of The Daily Stoic! Check it out at the Daily Stoic Store: https://store.dailystoic.com/ 🎟 Ryan Holiday is g…
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If you read the news, it feels like the world is falling apart. Zoom out. Take a sideways glance. Get the outside of the issue, the problem, the day’s events. Seek perspective. Ask DS: How do we know when we are sticking to our values versus leaving them behind? What can we learn from President Carter’s campaigning versus his leadership while in of…
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Gary Vaynerchuck, better known as Gary Vee, has always had his finger on the pulse of digital media. His content pyramid is the secret behind how some of your favorite online creators built their platform and is the playbook used by the biggest digital marketing agencies in the world. Gary joins Ryan Holiday at the Daily Stoic studio to talk about …
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Falling short today does not have to mean that everything is falling apart. Stop torturing yourself! Be present. Focus primarily on what is front of you. 💡 Slay Your Stress: A Daily Stoic 20 Day Challenge | dailystoic.com/stress 🎟 Ryan Holiday is going on tour! Grab tickets at ryanholiday.net/tour ✉️ Want Stoic wisdom delivered to your inbox daily?…
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We must retain possession of ourselves. We must get a hold of ourselves. No matter what they do to us. No matter how unfair or frustrating life (and bullies) can be. Books Mentioned: Letters from a Stoic - Seneca - https://www.thepaintedporch.com Meditations - Marcus Aurelius - https://www.thepaintedporch.com Courage Under Fire - James Stockdale - …
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