Ryan Holiday provides insightful and thought-provoking ideas to expand your thinking. As I grow in practicing Stoicism I appreciate listening to Daily Stoic as a way to not allow myself to misinterpret the teachings and apply them in my daily life.

Ryan Holiday is the real deal. I could listen to his voice alternate all day long.

Ryan’s concise and direct delivery is an easy way to cut through the clutter as my mind is waking up. It makes stoic principles easier to apply by “keep[ing] thoughts like these at hand”, and helps me stay focused on what’s truly important and what is within my control. I was recommended this podcast by my best friend; I have made my husband a fan as well. As far as the promotion and politics — let’s be real, he has to earn a living and also wants to spread the word of stoicism. It’s important as ever now with our chaotic landscape. I’ve felt Ryan has been pretty moderate in all the years I’ve listened and have been on both extremes on the political spectrum myself in that timeframe. It would be disingenuous as a philosopher if you can look away from pain inflicted on others and not use it as a living example on how to apply these principles. It only shows this philosophy system is relevant and timeless and gives weight to its practice. If you don’t agree, learn to be more open to others and others opinions. It is impossible to always agree with someone.

Intelligent and thought provoking conversations. I am loving learning all about stoicism and how I can connect with it. Thank you for sharing!