Give Up Control, Gain Sanity — Stoicism Meets the 12-Step

On November 5th the episode explores accepting your unique talents while embracing the idea of a higher power and the Stoic ideal of aligning with the universe. It links Stoic wisdom to the challenges of Step 2 in 12-step recovery, showing how surrendering control helps restore sanity. The key takeaway: stop trying to direct others or life itself, focus on controlling and improving yourself, and let go of the toxic need for ownership over people and outcomes.