Tag: wisdom
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The Danger of Certainty | 387
Certainty and hubris have always been part of being human. It feels good to be certain, to believe that your opinion is the right one. We like leaders who sound certain and shun those that don’t. But sounding right isn’t the same thing as having the truth. What if the actual way to truth is…
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Michael Lukich: The Stoic Systems Thinker | 386
Join me on this conversation with Michael Lukich where we explore how Stoicism and systems thinking can improve decision-making, emotional resilience, and personal growth. Discover practical insights for navigating uncertainty, managing complex challenges, and making wiser choices in everyday life and at the poker table.
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The Virtue of Reading | 384
When was the last time that you read a book. A serious book. Something stretched your mind? Something that you had to stop and go back and reread a sentence or paragraph to make sure you understood it? In this episode, let’s talk about why you should read deeper — not just so you can…
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How Fear Creates the Failure It Fears | 376
Are you motivated by fear? What if that fear is actually at the root of why you’re not getting the results you’re going after? In this week’s episode I want to talk about how to stop fear from sabotaging your best work. “What I advise you to do is, not to be unhappy before the…
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Skeptical, not Cynical: How to Think in an Age of Misinformation | 372
In today’s media environment do you know how to think well? How do you know who to trust? Today we’re going to talk about how Stoicism can help you to think critically about what you consume, and how be skeptical without being cynical. “You become what you give your attention to…If you yourself don’t choose…
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Akrasia: The Challenge of Knowing vs. Doing | 371
How often do you put things off? Why do you put things off that you know you should do? Maybe waiting for circumstances to be just right before you make a change? In this week’s episode we’re going to dive a deeper into why put things off, and what you can do to build momentum,…
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360 – Advice for a New Year
At the end of the year is always a good time to step back and think about the year to come. Maybe you have some goals that you want to accomplish. Maybe get in better shape and eat better or pick up a new skill. But have you thought about what kind of attributes you…
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358 – How to Love Like a Stoic: Loving From Wholeness
Love is the greatest thing in the world. We’re all trying to build relationships that enrich our lives. But can Stoicism help us love better? Today I want to talk about how Stoicism can help you be a more loving person. “Accept the things to which fate binds you, and love the people with whom…
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352 – Emotional Courage: Masculinity and Stoicism
What does it mean to be a man? How do our perceptions and ideas about masculinity hinder men from living full and happy lives? Today we’re going to dive into how Stoicism can help us develop a more healthy definition of masculinity. “We teach boys that being vulnerable is being weak. And then we wonder…
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351 – From Socrates to CBT: Interview with Dr. Scott Waltman PsyD
This week’s episode is an interview with Dr. Scott Waltman PsyD. Dr. Scott Waltman, PsyD, ABPP, is a clinician, international trainer, and practice-based researcher. His interests include evidence-based psychotherapy practice, training, and implementation in systems that provide care to underserved populations.