Podcast 421: How Stoicism Can Help Improve Your Mental Health (with Ryan Holiday)

Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to philosopher and bestselling author Ryan Holiday about the power of stoicism, how to develop discipline and self-regulation, and so much more! As Ryan points out, ancient thinkers knew a lot about what it means to be human. Even though they were not neuroscientists, and even though they didn’t have access to all the technological and medical advances we have today, ancient writings are filled with wisdom that can help us lead better lives. Just because something is “old” doesn’t mean we can’t benefit from it! Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE epsiodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf Read the blog and show notes here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-stoicism-can-help-improve-your-mental-health Get Ryan's book here: https://ryanholiday.net/ OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -Apollo Neuroscience: Want to improve your sleep, relaxation, focus, recovery, and mindfulness habits? Try Apollo today! Get up to $40 off the Apollo wearable at apolloneuro.com/drleaf. -BiOptimizer’s Magnesium: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 3:20 Why ancient truths still have power today 4:19 Why Ryan is so passionate about stoicism 6:45 Why discipline is destiny 10:15, 13:44 The 4 virtues of ancient philosophy & why they are important 20:00 Embracing the process, not just the outcome 27:00 The truth about perfectionism 31:30 You can have everything & still be unhappy 35:10 Why we all need self-discipline 38:25 Discipline can take on a lot of forms 41:05 Redefining hustle culture 43:36 Ryan’s new book Discipline is Destiny 47:00 Why the little things do matter 49:43 Why temperament is important 51:20 The power of patience 52:25 The difference between self-discipline & discipline 53:40 Enduring the unendurable ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com -Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! - Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/- -Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf -Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf -Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf *DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.