Ken Davenport on Stoicism, Purpose, and the Power of Self-Leadership Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard Podcast with Bobby Shelton

Author and coach Bobby Shelton sits down with Ken Davenport, entrepreneur, writer, and author of The Stoic Edge, to explore how ancient Stoic wisdom can guide modern leaders toward purpose, discipline, and peace of mind. Ken shares lessons from The Stoic Edge, The Stoic Transitions, and his upcoming book The Virtue Ethos, revealing how timeless principles from Marcus Aurelius and Seneca can help us regain control in an age of noise and distraction. Together, Bobby and Ken discuss the Stoic virtues of wisdom, courage, discipline, and justice and how these foundations can help you slow down, act with intention, and live a life that truly matters. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, restless, or unsure of your direction, this conversation will help you reclaim focus, lead yourself well, and find strength in simplicity. What You’ll Learn: What Stoicism really is ; and how it applies today How to control your reactions and stop overthinking Why purpose isn’t something you find, but something you bring How consistency beats intensity (and patience builds peace) The connection between virtue, authenticity, and meaning Key Quotes: “You can’t control what happens to you—but you can control your reaction to it.” – Ken Davenport “Purpose isn’t something you find in your 9-to-5; it’s something you bring to it.” – Bobby Shelton Books Mentioned in This Episode: The Stoic Edge - Ken Davenport The Stoic Transitions - Ken Davenport The Virtue Ethos - Ken Davenport, coming soon Atomic Habits - James Clear Meditations - Marcus Aurelius Easy Hard vs Hard Hard - Bobby Shelton Connect with the Guests: Ken Davenport: www.kendavenport.net | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kgdavenport/ Bobby Shelton: www.easyhardvshardhard.com | www.battlecatcoaching.com | Substack: https://bobbyshelton.substack.com/ | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-bobby-shelton-dsl-pmp-acc-124502b Stoicism, Ken Davenport, Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard, Bobby Shelton, self-leadership, purpose, personal growth, modern Stoicism, Atomic Habits, mindfulness, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, discipline, courage, wisdom, virtue, Battlecat Coaching, leadership, motivation, authenticity