The Daily Stoic

In today's episode, Ryan reflects on the passing of his friend [George Raveling] (https://... more

The hardest thing in life is finding the courage to do what’s right when it costs you. In ... more

Just as one becomes strong through lifting weights, or skilled at woodworking through hour... more

It doesn’t matter if you’re young or old. It doesn’t matter if you’re a private or a presi... more

We get to decide what things mean to us. We get to decide how we respond to things. 👉 Su... more

How do you stay informed without losing your mind? In this episode, Ryan sits down with jo... more

For nearly 3,000 years, one story has ruled them all. The Odyssey. In today’s episode, Rya... more

We once had Stoics in high office. We had Stoics making important decisions. We’re a long ... more

How does it happen? How does someone become great? 👉 Support the podcast and go deeper i... more

If you think you know what wisdom is, you probably don't. If you think you have wisdom, yo... more

Is ego a prerequisite for greatness as an NFL quarterback? In this episode, Ryan is joined... more

Each of us is sent on missions, each of us does our stint in this situation or that one. T... more

You may not have a lot of money. Or powerful connections. Or even superior genetics. Does ... more

“As long as you live,” Seneca said, “keep learning how to live.” As long as we’re alive, w... more

In America, kings don’t wear crowns, they wear helmets. Being an NFL quarterback is the ul... more

Anyone who has had a run of bad luck knows the feeling. It’s frustrating and annoying and ... more

It would be wonderful if we had more Stoic heads of state but a far more attainable goal i... more

While in Athens, Ryan had a near-death experience that reminded him just how short life re... more

Self-doubt is just one of the 5 voices you can’t afford to keep listening to. Former U.S. ... more

Seneca advises us to look in a mirror when we're angry to see how we've transformed. What ... more

Today, on the 24th anniversary of 9/11, let's honor Brian Sweeney and the thousands of oth... more

In today’s bonus episode, Gen. Dan Caine reflects on being one of the first pilots in the ... more

Put one foot in front of the other. Do your best. Make a tiny contribution. 👉 Support the... more

When failure can mean life or death, you learn fast what ego and fear really cost. In toda... more

Even with natural gifts or prestigious education, wisdom isn't guaranteed. As Seneca wrote... more

How has Stoicism impacted your life? In this special bonus episode, listeners share their ... more

A Stoic doesn’t always win, but they never go quietly along. 🎥 Watch Matt Quinn, the lead... more