Ryan Holiday in conversation with Rich Roll at Live Talks Los Angeles discussing his book, “Lives of the Stoics: The Art of Living from Zeno to Marcus Aurelius.“ The talk was held on October 27, 2020 and was taped from the Live Talks Los Angeles studios. For more information on Live Talks Los Angeles -- upcoming events, videos and podcast -- visit livetalksla.org and subscribe to this podcast.

Do you avoid helping another because you may get hurt? This is a hard question to face as we want to believe we are a good person. Welcome to another episode of The Stress Mastery Podcast. In today’s book study of Ryan Holiday’s “Stillness is the Key” we are discussing the section “Act Bravely.” Ryan teaches us that our actions are what will solidify who we are. We can pretend to be this good person but when life brings us that moment of truth what will be your response?

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This week’s episode is a beautiful montage of wisdom from the community that has inspired Jordan Younger to become the whole and integrated being she is today. 

There’s no set theme, other than the beautiful thread which brought everyone all together—this podcast! Peter Crone, The Mind Architect, kicks things off with his proven approach to rewiring the learned behavioral patterns holding us back. Next, Ruthie Lindsey discusses her journey with healing from chronic illness. Then, Ryan Holiday delves into the social significance of Stoicism, an ancient Greek philosophy that is more relevant than your daily news feed. Lastly, soul sister and fellow podcaster Weslie Christensen rounds things off with a deep dive into shape-shifting, spirituality, and transformation.

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Connect with Peter Crone

• Ep 198 ft. Peter Crone: Being With What is, Transcending Ego, & Shifting Limiting Beliefs with The Mind Architect
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• Ep 199 ft. Ruthie Lindsey: There I Am – From Immense Chronic Pain to Healing, Thriving and Truly Living
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Ryan Holiday is an incredibly accomplished author of many best selling books that Jordan is a diehard fan of. Jordan has loved his work for a long time, having read all of his books, and it’s an inspiration to hear his story and share it on the podcast! He’s authored several best-selling books — “The Obstacle is the Way,” “Ego is the Enemy,” and “Stillness is the Key” — his newest book is “Lives of the Stoics.” He has such an effective, productive daily routine and he’s so efficient in his work, which he shares with all of us.

Ryan is also a student and teacher of Stoic philosophy, so it was great to talk to him during such a pivotal moment in the world. He talks about how history repeats itself, and how we are not the only people to have been in this position. We have so much to learn from studying the great teachers of the past. Ryan’s books have changed the lives of so many people, and this conversation has the power to change yours as well.

We also get into fun rapid fires with Ryan and learn more about his life behind the scenes! 

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Multiple-time New York Times best-selling writer and media strategist Ryan Holiday shares the power of stoicism while breaking down his new book, LIVES OF THE STOICS: The Art of Living from Zeno to Marcus Aurelius.

Today it is great to have Ryan Holiday on the podcast. Holiday is one of the world’s foremost thinkers and writers on ancient philosophy and its place in everyday life. He is a sought-after speaker, strategist and the author of many bestselling books including The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph, Ego Is the Enemy, The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living , and the number one New York Times bestseller Stillness is the Key. His books have been translated into over thirty languages, and been read by over two million people. He lives outside Austin, Texas with his family, and his most recent book is Lives of the Stoics: The Art of Living from Zeno to Marcus Aurelius.

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[00:01:10] Stoicism and "works over words"
[00:04:04] Modern day Stoicism
[00:05:16] Knowledge for knowledge’s sake vs. practical purposes of philosophy
[00:06:58] The four virtues of Stoicism
[00:07:59] Living well versus living the good life
[00:10:04] The founding fathers and Stoicism
[00:11:18] Ryan’s writing vs. academic writing
[00:17:43] The deeply personal Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
[00:19:21] Zeno the Prophet and the founding of Stoicism
[00:20:41] Living in harmony with nature
[00:22:16] How COVID-19 has given Ryan perspective on being zoomed into life
[00:25:33] Eastern and Western conceptions of stillness
[00:29:30] The relationship between Stoicism and humor
[00:30:11] Aristo the Challenger and the influence of cynicism on Stoicism
[00:31:01] Zeno the Maintainer and the repetition of names in Roman times
[00:33:38] Antipater the Ethicist and transcending individual selfishness
[00:37:56] Panaetius the connector and Stoicism beyond virtue
[00:39:36] Women in Stoicism and Portia Cato
[00:40:58] “Cancelling” Stoicism and the tearing down of Confederate statues
[00:44:48] Posidonius the Genius and the battle between our lower urges and higher nature
[00:46:26] The omission of frivolity in Stoic writing
[00:48:16] Cato: Roman among the Romans
[00:51:58] Epictetus and the nature of freedom
[00:54:27] How Marcus Aurelius became the emperor of Rome
[00:57:13] How Ryan has grown since his earliest engagements with and writings on Stoic philosophy

How exactly does everything from parenting style to ancient literature influence our accomplishments and constant pursuit of more? Ryan Holiday (The Daily Stoic and Stillness Is the Key) and Greg explore the impact of elite-level motivation, discipline, and introspection on finding essential fulfillment in our personal success. 

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