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EPISODE · Aug 14, 2024 · 18 MIN

The Key Principle of Stoicism | To Be Like The Rock - Day 44 of Stoic School with William Mulligan

from The Everyday Stoic · host William Mulligan

Click here to check out HUEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://my.huel.com/mulliganbros⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#ad In this episode, William reflects on a powerful quote from Marcus Aurelius that first drew him to Stoicism: "To be like the rock that the waves keep crashing over. It stands unmoved, and the raging of the sea falls still around it." William shares his personal journey of transformation from being overwhelmed by life's storms to becoming a steadfast "rock" unmoved by external chaos. Through practical Stoic exercises and principles, William explores how to break down situations to their simplest form, understanding the true nature of criticism, and cultivating a mindset that embraces challenges rather than being defeated by them. Drawing on insights from Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning and the Stoic concept of amor fati (love of fate), he teaches how to prepare for life's inevitable difficulties, approach them with resilience, and maintain a foundation built on virtue. Listen in to learn how to remain calm and unshaken amidst life's turbulence, and discover why the pursuit of goodness is more fulfilling than the pursuit of greatness. This episode will help you build the mental and emotional strength needed to face life's challenges with confidence and clarity.

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