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Stoicism
Ancient Stoic philosophy applied to modern life. Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, Seneca — and modern voices like Ryan Holiday.
Ancient Stoic philosophy applied to modern life. Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, Seneca — and modern voices like Ryan Holiday.
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Teachers connected to Stoicism.
TeacherLex Fridman
Lex Fridman is an AI researcher at MIT and host of the Lex Fridman Podcast — nearly 5M subscribers, 859 episodes averaging over 3 …
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TeacherMarcus Aurelius
Roman emperor (161–180 CE) and Stoic philosopher. His private journal, *Meditations*, has survived nearly two millennia and remains …
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TeacherPresence & Purpose - Presence, purpose, discipline, and devotion
Presence & Purpose belongs on Self Growth Videos because it blends motivation with intention, spiritual discipline, and a calmer …
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TeacherRyan Holiday — Modern Stoic, Author of The Obstacle Is the Way
Ryan Holiday is the most influential voice of modern Stoicism. Former marketing director for American Apparel turned bestselling …
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Books and resources for Stoicism.
BookEgo Is the Enemy
by Ryan Holiday. The fight against the one thing that holds us all back.
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BookMeditations
by Marcus Aurelius. The personal writings of the Stoic emperor — 2,000 years old and still essential.
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BookThe Daily Stoic
by Ryan Holiday. 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living.
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BookThe Obstacle Is the Way
by Ryan Holiday. The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph. Modern Stoicism for decision-makers.
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