Ryan Holiday || How to Have Courage

What this episode covers

In this episode, I talk to bestselling author Ryan Holiday about his newest book Courage is Calling. We discuss his unique definition of courage, and how people can practice it in their daily lives. Upon a closer examination of history, Ryan and I question whether the stories of American heroism are as honorable as we’ve been led to believe. We also touch on the topics of social justice, hope, stoicism, resilience, and virtues.  Bio Ryan Holiday is the bestselling author of Trust Me, I’m Lying; The Obstacle Is the Way; Ego Is the Enemy; Conspiracy and other books about marketing, culture, and the human condition. His work has been translated into over 30 languages and has appeared everywhere from the New York Times to Fast Company. His company, Brass Check, has advised companies such as Google, TASER, and Complex, as well as multi-platinum musicians and some of the biggest authors in the world. He lives in Austin, Texas. Website: ryanholiday.net Twitter: @RyanHoliday   Topics 06:21 Ryan’s definition of courage 10:06 Speaking truth to power 14:02 History’s competing narratives  17:50 Taking down Confederate monuments 20:12 Social justice, politics, and virtues  25:35 Staying true to the ethical frameworks of philosophy 32:57 Stoicism and Ryan’s values 38:08 Heroism vs courage 42:47 Silence is violence 46:58 Fearlessness can inspire 50:28 No hero is perfect 52:22 Hope is the most courageous thing 53:10 How to practice courage See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.