Ryan Holiday
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How Do You Want to Be Remembered?
The post emphasizes the importance of living purposefully and leaving a legacy. It encourages individuals to avoid mediocrity, take action, and focus on goals for lasting remembrance. Continue reading
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Why Getting Ready Is Holding You Back
“The fool is always getting ready to start.” Seneca Are You the Fool? We all know that fool because it might be you. They are always preparing to do the thing. They’ll start the workout routine on Monday, the first of the month, or at the new year. How much time has been wasted in… Continue reading
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5 Best Books I Read in 2024
Education of a Wandering Man by Louis L’Amour I had only heard of Louis L’Amour in passing as an author of old western novels. After listening to an interview with his son on the Art of Manliness podcast, I resonated with the life of Louis L’Amour, and even though it feels far-fetched, I felt like… Continue reading
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Mastering Discipline: 9 Lessons From Discipline is Destiny
The book “Discipline is Destiny” by Ryan Holiday emphasizes the importance of discipline, time management, simplicity, emotional control, and helping others. Continue reading
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Acting with Justice: 8 Lessons From Right Thing, Right Now
“Right Thing, Right Now” by Ryan Holiday is a stoicism-based self-improvement book focusing on justice, integrity, and kindness, emphasizing doing the right thing at all times. Continue reading
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How to Protect your Kids from Viruses of the Mind
Parenting is challenging; prioritize mental safety for kids. Limit screen time, discuss mature topics, and choose positive influences. Continue reading
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Mastering Life: 9 Lessons From Lives of the Stoics
“Lives of the Stoics” by Ryan Holiday explores stoic philosophy emphasizing endurance, self-restraint, and action over talk, offering practical wisdom. Continue reading
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5 Ways to Get Out of a Reading Slump
A reading slump can be sneaky, but there are strategies to revive your reading habit, like rereading favorites or changing format. Continue reading
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When to Take a Stand
Epictetus advises standing by wise decisions and not fearing misunderstanding. Reliability, growth mindset, and emotional control facilitate taking a stand. Continue reading
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Overcoming the Impossible: 4 Lessons From Courage Is Calling
Nothing Is Impossible Ryan talks about having the wrong mindset when facing a problem or challenge. We let the thought creep in that this thing is impossible and why even try it? He quotes Leo Tolstoy, “There is no deed in this life so impossible that you cannot do it. Your whole life should be… Continue reading
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