Stoic Wisdom for Modern Life
Discover the Stoic approach to finding a more satisfying life in our new Calm Masterclass with bestselling author, Ryan Holiday.
For those not well acquainted with Stoicism, Ryan aims to assure you that it’s not an “emotionless” way of living best kept inside the walls of academia. He describes this two-thousand-year-old philosophy as a helpful tool in the pursuit of self-mastery, perseverance, and wisdom: something we can use to live a great life.
Ryan is an author and thinker on the topic of Stoicism. He focuses on tried and true tactics gleaned from some of the greatest thinkers and practitioners of Stoicism.
What is Stoicism
The central teachings of Stoicism are that the world can be unpredictable, your life is brief and the source of our dissatisfaction lies in our impulsive dependency on our reflexive senses rather than logic. Stoicism doesn’t concern itself with complicated theories about the world, but with helping us overcome destructive emotions and act on what can be acted upon. It’s built for action, and offers techniques to help us achieve mental stillness, strength and clarity.
Stoic Wisdom for Modern Life
What is Stoicism—and how can it be an effective mindfulness tool? In his Calm Masterclass, Ryan Holiday explains how to apply the principles of this ancient practice to help you conquer obstacles, accomplish goals, and find more satisfaction in all areas of life. Here’s a brief overview of the course:
Introduction to Stoicism: learn the foundations of Stoicism and how to practice it
Wake Up Early: find out why an early start to your day is critical
Managing Expectations: find out how to set realistic expectations for your life
Seek Out Stillness: learn what stillness is, how to find it and embrace it
Focus Only On the Essential: gain the ability to narrow your focus and tune out distractions
Find the Good in Everything: learn to see every glass as half-full
Take a Walk: find peace by embracing your surroundings and yourself
Review Every Day: Discover a review process that will propel you to success
Meditate on Your Mortality: Reflect on living each day as if it's your last
““Stillness is the key to everything. There are a lot of ways to get there and it takes a lot of work but for me, Calm and Stoicism are shortcuts worth using every day.” ”
About Ryan Holiday
Ryan Holiday is one of the world's foremost thinkers and writers on the ancient philosophy of Stoicism 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; Ego Is the Enemy; and The Daily Stoic. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and sold over two million copies worldwide. He lives outside Austin, Texas, with his family. You can follow him @ryanholiday or subscribe to his writing at ryanholiday.net and dailystoic.com.
