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24 Aug 2023 · 1 h 22 min

Books from Ryan Holiday

“The Discipline Expert: The 4 Surprising & Easy Habits ALL High Achievers Have! (Based On 2,000 Years Of Research) - Ryan Holiday”

8 books mentioned

  1. Cover of Discipline Is Destiny
    Guest's book

    Discipline Is Destiny

    by Ryan Holiday

    Steven Bartlett · ~00:08:31

    Buy on Amazon
  2. Cover of The Daily Stoic
    Guest's book

    The Daily Stoic

    by Ryan Holiday

    Ryan Holiday · ~00:37:54

    Buy on Amazon
  3. Cover of The Obstacle Is the Way
    Guest's book

    The Obstacle Is the Way

    by Ryan Holiday

    Ryan Holiday · ~00:44:15

    Buy on Amazon
  4. Cover of Ego Is The Enemy
    Guest's book

    Ego Is The Enemy

    by Ryan Holiday

    Episode description · on 2 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  5. Cover of Courage Is Calling
    Guest's book

    Courage Is Calling

    by Ryan Holiday

    Episode description

    Buy on Amazon
  6. Cover of The Daily Dad
    Guest's book

    The Daily Dad

    by Ryan Holiday

    Episode description

    Buy on Amazon
  7. Cover of Meditations
    Mentioned

    Meditations

    by Marcus Aurelius

    Ryan Holiday · ~00:05:11 · on 5 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  8. Cover of The Road
    Mentioned

    The Road

    by Cormac McCarthy

    Ryan Holiday · ~00:12:43

    Buy on Amazon

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The conversation

Ryan Holiday, author and host of The Daily Stoic, discusses Stoic philosophy and its modern applications. The episode covers discipline, the four cardinal virtues, and how ancient wisdom addresses contemporary challenges. Holiday shares personal insights on commitment, physical health, and defining success.

Talking points

  • Stoicism's impact on Ryan's life
  • Definition of Stoicism
  • Applying ancient philosophy today
  • Marcus Aurelius's Meditations influence
  • Four cardinal virtues of Stoicism
  • Discipline leading to freedom
  • Exercise and mental control
  • Setting personal success definitions