I finally started reading again after over 10 years without reading one book cover to cover. I've now read 2 and am on my third this year. Started working out every single day, running on my off days. Quut drinking alcohol. I'm going to keep this up for 2022 and then for the rest of my life. Feels great Update: I'm down 40 lbs, I finally started working in the field I went to school for. My relationship is so much stronger, I'm much more present every single day. I'm happy and content. Taking a week off and I'm going to make sure to get some reading done! Everyone's messages of encouragement are so very much appreciated. Momentum mori, make today matter
1 - prepare for the hours ahead 2 - go for a walk 3 - commit to consistency 4 - engage with your community 5 - push your limits 6 - cherish your loved ones 7 - read a lot 8 - repeat : memeto mori (remember you'll die)
Memento mori: every good thing that happens in life is fleating, enjoy them while they last and be greatful for them; every bad thing that happens is smaller than death itself, they will pass, and if you can dominate fear of death you can dominate everything; life is finite, whatever you have lived is already gone, whatever is ahead of you is what you have left, live it to its fullest extent.
Im a 17 year old teenage girl, i very suddenly questioned my relationship and cycled into anxiety for days, but i finally understood i was scared of doing it, i was scared of showing up for myself. And yeah, that anxiety is still there, but this is the 2nd video of your's ive watched and they both really truly have helped me understand to keep moving forward, to focus on what you have now, and to just appreciate the current good you have, dont fret about when youll lose it because even if this relationship somehow lasts past high school, him or i will die, and i just have to appreciate the day to day.
I am in a hotel room right now, I quit the old me. I am tired of other people having power over me, my life, my decisions, and who I want to be. Memento mori indeed. I will keep on living the life I want starting this day. This is day one. It's no longer me saying that the life I want is going to happen one day. Thank you Ryan Holiday.
"Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one." - Marcus Aurelius As a reader of "7 Habits of Highly Virtuous Stoics," I've realized that true wisdom comes from taking action, not just debating theory. This book has given me the tools to cultivate daily habits that align with my values and help me become the best version of myself.
This video beautifully highlights how consistent small steps lead to great results. As Seneca said, 'Well-being is realized by small steps.' How do you stay motivated to take those daily steps toward self-improvement?
I have been a Stoic for 55 years and didn't even know it was a defined ideal. My old employee mentioned that he thought I was one so I looked it up on Google and TH-cam. This channel came up first and I am so inspired by it. The memento Mori part I learned from Buddhists. This idea is also one of their practices. Still, I needed to be reminded after losing my job last year from ageism, turning 65, etc... it's not what happens to you in life but what you do with what happens. Thanks.
Love the message about not being an uncaring sociopath, especially in these sad times of hustle / Tate culture. You are a treasure my friend, thank you for putting this message out and being a positive example.
Everybody needs to listen to his point at the seven minute mark. Too much modern Stoicism is about getting what you want for you. That is not Stoicism . Thank you Ryan for putting in this point
Stocism has really changed how I percieve things in my life, and is currently helping a lot when dealing with the repercussions of the pandemic. Great video!
I needed this. Life is happening. It’s time to not be a disappointment to the self that is waiting for me to reach my potential. It’s been too long to beat around the bush. Thanks man
its nice to have play in background time to time to retrigger it, after we slack down hehe we become even brainwashing about when we want to brainwahs or relax.. lol inceptions. for exemple when i go to work i mindset completly diferent, cause i cant be normal human with mentally ill people, and cant let their intense lifestyle affect me emotionaly, but then at home i can explode my personality, it become very strategic , logic, advantageous, to trigger on and off certain aspect. i cannot waste time not learning those diference and master them. as they give me surplus agility either at work or in hobies.. for music i want to be wild and free, at work i want to be empty solid robotic serious respected objectified , comfortable safe and easily recognised, for their narcism as im just an internal object. facinating to switch both extrem.. totally be yourself, totally be what is required-asked.
Hey Ryan, I hope you feel great now. I learned about Stoicism 1 mounth ago. I started reading Marcus Aurelius-Meditations. It is the book that I liked very much and it changed my life of course. I became more diciplined, more patient and more active in social life. I also start to improve my english skills again two years later with this dicipline. I choose one of your videos for every week. I watch them many times in a day. This video is mine 2. Video and first one was 7 stoic strategies for being creative. It was awesome! I learned many things and I put in my life of course. After that, I started to make a little of progress on exercise, learning english, reading. And today’s one of my responsiblities was leaving a comment any video on youtube. I choosed this video because I wanted to tell you thank you and this video is choosen by me for the week. Here is the sentence that i loved. You could be good today instead you choose tomorrow M.A. Take care!
I do most of these already but the consistency part got me. I've been playing guitar for almost 15 years now and my only rule is every time I play I get just a tiny bit better. Every time though and it really does add up over weeks, months, years... Beautiful
Some months ago I realised that Im following, or better internalised, stoicism without even knowing what it was and videos like this help me to convey the message to people around me easier. It helped me understand myself more than ever.
I’m going through a hard time right now and Been watching some of your videos. And I’m starting to feel that in my path in life I’ve found the answer i was looking for
Just wanted to leave a note of gratitude for the videos you make. You can never know the countless people it helps that don't leave comments to let you know. I'm letting you know. This video, and another one shored me up to face my fears head on and then move on from there. The things you teach and write about both in books and the Daily Stoic newsletter often makes a difference in how I live my life..
14:06 "Ma flesche (asseure toy) n'espagnera personne Vous danserez trestout ce balet, que je sonne" = "My arrow (rest assured) won't hit anyone, You'll dance aplenty in this ballet, which I am ringing." (i.e. as in a doorbell). Ryan I just want to say I think these lessons are really great. Few are both knowledgeable and bold enough to read Meditations. If I may, I would like to add to lesson 6: Cherish your Loved Ones. I recently lost someone that I knew very well, but would not necessarily consider a "loved one." She was an ex-girlfriend turned friend, and through 5 years of knowing her, I just sort of started taking her for granted. After her loss, I was deeply saddened, WAY more than I'd expected (more than some of my other family members). What I learned is that first, this is not limited to just family, it can be any connection. Connections are all we have in life, and it can be so easy to take someone for granted. Second, it's very possible your conscious mind doesn't know how impactful this connection really is, so be grateful for their existence, even if you feel mad at them. Third (from other deaths as well), the way a person dies, as in the when and the how, greatly impacts that person's legacy, and possibly even unfairly. Also Lesson 8, on reading, I would add watch TH-cam everyday. There is so much to gain from this majestic technological improvement to life. Some books may provide more value upon reading them, but is it so crazy to think that watching a well-designed visual summary would be more beneficial to one's life than wrestling with a work such as Faust? If the person is artistic (and fluent in German), then perhaps not, but there's always the element of life practicality, a key priority for stoics.
Memento Mori is such a powerful lesson. It is comforting to have that constant reminder that our days and finite and we should cherish the moment & live not in the past or the future but in the NOW... the present. Thanks for sharing. Positive Vibes to everyone.
Today was a rough day. Starting late December I started reading first thing in the morning (even if just one page) qnd writing in my journal (even if just one sentence). My mood and outlook improved immensely. This morning I had a shitty sleep. I think I have covid (entire family has it) and slept like shit and woke up feeling worse. I was able to succeed- some reading and journaling done today.
You, Joe Rogan , and Jordan Peterson, and a couple more have really saved my life and helped me change my minds yet to help change my habits in life. One day I hope to meet each one of you and give my gratitude in person. Thank you!
@@davidpowell3469 good advice. I'll live my life, not anyone else's. I respectfully decline to follow Rogan or Peterson or any other person claiming to be experts at something they are not.
@@ItsYaBoi888 because the mainstream media told you so? Are you aware Neil Young's music is part owned by the former pfizer chairman/ceo...? Does that not flicker any little light bulbs in your head?
Just discovered Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, and discovered this channel. Really love the message Memento Mori. Had a lot of heavy things hit over the last few months and that phrase is what is needed to keep grounded and have perspective.
Yesterday, my rational mind triumphed over my anxiety and my impulsive desire to quit. 5 minutes in I was still numb. 15 mins in I was focused. 2 hours later I was empowered. #Stoicism
I came to know you few days ago. You changed the way i look at life immensely. Thanks a lot. I love your character your voice and the way you present your thought.❤😇👌
WHAT a great video!!! Amazing habits, easy to apply! 1 Practice and apply philosophy 2 Practice something creative to get your juices going 3 Go for a walk without your phone everyday 4 Make progress on 4/6 of your goals every single day 5 Serve the community, engage with the world 6 Practice an endurance sport a couple times a week 7 Cherish your loved ones 8 Read! Ryan's tips for reading are amazing, I wrote down don't read bad books and that the point of reading is to get better Last but not least: Memento Mori, remember we all will die and not to take everything so seriously! This is all just what I wrote down, should be accurate enough, I hope it helps in application
I noticed you are left handed so clearly you are in your right mind. Thank you for synthesizing your reading of philosophers and your application of these principals allowing you to do this good work. Be well fellow traveler.
I literally thought about getting into journaling yesterday. Today, I stumbled upon this video and the first thing mentioned in the video is journaling. crazy
Ryan this is really helping me right now.. been feeling down lately cause life shit. But listening to your videos genuinely makes me feel better Thank you
Having survived when I should’ve died threw me in a tailspin of “grateful to be alive” vs “screw it, should be dead anyhow”. Trying to embrace memento mori in a healthier way now. Definitely flounder/floundered on this path. Thank you.
I repeatedly hear people say they wish there was a manual for living life. Many believe this guidance lies in the Bible but most don’t have the patience to read any books let alone scripture. This video outlines fantastic concepts that if followed are a vector than can propel one on the path that brings satisfaction and open the mind to growth.
i heard that last one at the right time and the right way. i can't say how hard it hit me, it filled me such a sense of love and appreciation of life. An appreciation for the small time that I get. Memento Mori, two simple words that made me reflect on my life as though it was completely shattered. thank you for just putting out what you believe is right to say. it resonates in a way that i cannot fully appreciate other than to do everything i can to embody it. thank you for letting me learn that.
I love how you are always surrounded by books. I’m the same. Anyone here, what are your thoughts on Kindle? To me my books are like being in a garden. Curious about other feelings in this Information Age.
Bro, I just red the Obstacle is the way a few months ago, and now by surfing through TH-cam I realized, that youre the author of this book. Nice to meet you in person Mr. Holyday.. thank you for your Books!
Ryan, I now understand why in Taoism, Tai Chi and Qi Gong is included as a daily practice to provide a clear thinking ability to absorb the principles and belief structure to improve one's life. With this video to make that connection for me, I can match the four virtues with Taoist values, Buddhist values as well as widespread religious lessons I have studied over the course of my lifetime. I'm not sure why this connections was missing for me before. But, now I own it. Thank you and well done. I am loving "Discipline is Destiny", by the way. It is simply lighting up the neurons in my brain.
One of my major frustrations with discussing stoicism online is the lack of social engagement and responsibility to others and the world around us. When I first looked into it I saw a lot of this kind of talk it very nearly stopped me looking further. Its good to see this being pushed back against.
Thank you Ryan for making this video. I just needed to hear this at this point in my life. I'm not going to let the noise and distractions get to me - Memento Mori - focus on what matters right now
Little changes everyday leads to bigger progress than most people can even fathom. Most adults have an hour in the evening they could devote to something or anything everyday and over a year or five or twenty you could literally master an entire subject or learn countless new skills or learn new things about yourself and family. Never discount what can be done easily when spread over a lifetime
I heard a saying one time that always stuck with me and it turns people off because they think its morbid but I had no idea about the actual philosophy that backs it up....the saying was "dont take life too seriously, nobody makes it out alive anyway"
You are good for sure. I'm growing as a person faster than I ever have. I finally get it. The huge change and most significant for me was Forgive, Forgive, Forgive. It's the best gift you can give yourself. I've let go of a lot of family baggage and from other relationships that I have no control of and it makes me a better, Son, Brother, Friend, coworker etc. I do agree that cussing takes a away from the message it's just bad form, but you be you. I also think that most of what you are teaching and repeating does not fit for everyone so I take what works from me from your videos, book recommendations and how people are now responding to me. I've let go of my arrogance and feelings of superiority in interacting with people and the public. I've rediscovered Reading so that's a plus/plus for sure. I'm on your daily email too. I do have one questions and since RH does not respond here maybe your audience can answer this for me and maybe for others who are thinking the same thing. If you want to be rude, snarky and stupid with a hateful response please refrain...go to twitter for that if you must> Anyway, where does laughter and humor come into play here? RH never laughs or makes a joke....it makes we wonder if stoics may just be taking themselves too seriously. If that works for some then so-be-it but I need laughter and humor as part of my coping skills and how I interact with people. Good humor is best> I have no need to belittle or shame anyone with snarky responses. I would like to add that I've always been active and an athlete and I would die if I couldn't get outside everyday. It has keep me sane all these years. I have let go of being so competitive it's just not important anymore to me. I'm no longer afraid of dying either. I've done good on this earth with hiccups of course but all-in-all ....I'm Good. I would like to meet RH one day and since he's just up the road from me I will put it on my to-do/bucket list for 2023.
I have noticed that some people became angry with me as I began to practice stoicism. It wasn't what I did that made them angry, it was what I stopped doing (indulging in gossip, avoiding value judgements, obsessively following the news). They started assuming a lot of things about me. But I can't control what other people think. I am happy.
The title of your video made me chuckle. You actually think that the future is looking bright and we all have a long and fulfilling life to look forward to. I wish I could live with my head in the sand. Best of luck. 🍻✌️🇨🇦
I see the point of momento mori, but if you do not get upset by the bad treatment of others and do not react by expecting expect better from friends, family or others, as a minimum, then the behaviour will be repeated by the offender. That's what "letting things go" has taught me in life. I can "let things go", certainly, and have done, plenty of times, but then I just don't want to see or have contact with those who disrespect or abuse me in any way. Therefore, in my view, "standing up for yourself", refusing to accept bad behaviour, refusing to be adversely affected by someone else's selfishness or disregard, is entirely necessary for self esteem, and ultimately, mental well being. I think you are spot on with most of the philosophy and ideas you are putting forward, Ryan, and I appreciate your efforts, its just that I can't get my head around this contradiction. Certainly, Stoicism is about doing the best for yourself and others. But if you're "letting things go" all the time, then you will end up being a punchbag and a football for the ignorant and selfish who think you are a push over and will roll over easily. I know people who don't like arguing or fighting with others, even when they are clearly being maltreated or abused. The result is that their self esteem is on the floor most of the time, and in refusing to stand up and defend themselves, the behaviour becomes a pattern and more and more people end up abusing or badly treating those who are passive in their approach to bullying, calumny, poor treatment, selfishness and such. If Stoicism is about doing the best you can for yourself, as far as I can see, "letting things go" runs counter to that because of tendency of people to recognise that behaviour and take full advantage of it. So you're not doing yourself any favours at all by letting things go on the basis that some day you will no longer exist. I would argue that your demise will be accelerated by allowing others to dump on you. If "letting things go" means walking away from negative types and those who have upset you, then fine. I can do that, and have done. I set myself "maximum bullshit" limits, and when that point is reached, I walk away, to protect yself and my own self esteem. Is that what you mean?
I love point 5. In an interview I listened to, one a well known endurance athlete said "on the other side of suffering is greatness." He was talking in the same context as point 5 and how endurance sports can help your attitude towards overcoming obstacles in life.
This is one of the greatest channels ever. Just subscribed to it. "We are all teachers and we are all learners" Buddha. Great content! Awesome videos! Thank you!
I’ve stuck to my training,now 55 yrs ran 5 miles yesterday 44 mins ,, then washed dishes for eight hours,,,because 8 yrs on I have stuck to,my training
To me, Memento Mori means maintaining your level-headedness at all times - in both good times and in bad. It means not getting too high in good times and not getting too low in bad times. Of course, we're all human and it is human to feel and express emotions. However, memento mori helps keep those emotions in check ✅️
Hi Ryan, Have you read any of the books of the Bible? 🤔 You have recently popped up in my TH-cam and I love hearing you share your thoughts and hard won wisdom. Everything you have shared I read first in the Holy Scriptures. I often re-read Proverbs for inspiration. Thank you so much for being an inspiration. We all need genuine mentors like you. Thank you ❤
50 seconds in and you gained a sub, excited to finish the ep and many more. May God Bless you and yours for putting positive waves back out into the world with your works
"Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one." - Marcus Aurelius As a reader of "7 Habits of Highly Virtuous Stoics," I've realized that true wisdom comes from taking action, not just debating theory. This book has given me the tools to cultivate daily habits that align with my values and help me become the best version of myself. If you're tired of just talking about what it means to be a good person and want to start living like one, pick up a copy of this book and start your journey towards a more virtuous life.
Wow...this is good. I have always felt that my studies in philosophy were the best in University...but did not get to this part of Stoicism...thanks...Valuable lessons for creatives too.
Love your content! I have always loved deep thinking and learning from people's experiences and wisdom. I find Marcus work very interesting, I will be ordering his journey and start reading with notes while camping. Meanwhile, your content is very interesting to me. Thank you
Point number 4 is absolutely crucial. The word stoic has been turned into this “trend” where it’s mean to be so self-involved and it misses the entire point of stoicism. Thank you for addressing that.
The Memento Mori bit hit me. Since having COVID in early January, I've had anxiety and have been getting into my own head. All I've been doing is overthinking stuff, "When will this go away?" "Is there something wrong with me??" I've been checked by doctors, I've been reassured I'm fine, but still, I dwell on the thought of being anxious. It's led to being anxious about having anxiety, which sounds silly. It's hard to understand until you go through it, but if you are, just realize that they are all thoughts. Your brain is more powerful than anything. YOU control your thoughts, they don't control you. Don't dwell on things. It's easier said than done, but live in the present moment. Memento Mori, you will die. That applies to whatever you're going through as well. It will NOT last. It will go away. Embrace whatever it is, don't fight it. Accept it and grow on it. Don't look for a quick answer, look for patience and focus on the long-term process.
I was thinking about writing a comment under this video but I couldn’t have put it better myself with what you’ve put here buddy, felt the exact same for a while in terms of covid and the current climate but really couldn’t come to terms with why my mind was so set on creating anxious thoughts. Definitely going to start using the phrase more, feels like I’ve already had a small weight lifted just understanding it a bit more!
@@TreFlip278 For sure man, just know you're not alone and that it happens to everyone at one point. Just take it day by day and understand that it is a process. Here's some tips that have helped me out a TON on getting better. 1) Go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day (have a general daily routine as well), 2) If you feel it coming on, accept it and focus on breathing/or meditate. 3) Occupy your mind, an empty mind is the devil's playground.
Exactly and so what if any of us die cuz of COVID? Nonetheless life is just a journey and it can potentially end any time. There is not an absolute right way to live life and really nothing to be scared about. We are all life long learners too. Embrace in the beauty of this world really, there's such a limited amount of time to be fearful of anything, as you can literally be fearful for your whole life. Therefore be fearless, be an explorer, be a learner, utilize your limited time to go on a seamless and never-ending exciting adventure of life.
Thanks for the great Video, it really helped me today! I often wonder if there are other people like me who have had very challenging lives continuously.
As a kid my family would always go for walks. Un the neighborhood or we'd go to the park and walk the entirety of the park perimeter. Now as an adult I would take walks with husband the same way. And we've continued it with kids. It's amazing what it does to your mental health!
Fantastic rules for life. I practice yoga and sketching daily. The rest I need to work on ! What about pushing limits for those with disabilities ie in a wheelchair etc ?
I finally started reading again after over 10 years without reading one book cover to cover. I've now read 2 and am on my third this year. Started working out every single day, running on my off days. Quut drinking alcohol. I'm going to keep this up for 2022 and then for the rest of my life. Feels great
Update: I'm down 40 lbs, I finally started working in the field I went to school for. My relationship is so much stronger, I'm much more present every single day. I'm happy and content. Taking a week off and I'm going to make sure to get some reading done! Everyone's messages of encouragement are so very much appreciated. Momentum mori, make today matter
Nice man, keep up the good work brother
Love to hear it. Keep it up
@@1wwway thanks brother
@@gmoney3975 appreciate it alot. Thank you
Wow, I hope you're proud of yourself, but seems like you look for confirmation instead.
Consistency is the fastest route to success. I've made my routine, and I'll stick to it in 2022. Promise.
Yes brother same here!!!
Right on!🤟
Let's Gooooo 💯
Keep at it 👍
Have you stuck to it?
Never underestimate what can be achieved in just one hour. So very very true.
1 - prepare for the hours ahead
2 - go for a walk
3 - commit to consistency
4 - engage with your community
5 - push your limits
6 - cherish your loved ones
7 - read a lot
8 - repeat : memeto mori (remember you'll die)
Thanks Wial
I watched the video but that was kind of you! 😊🙏❤
Thx!
Thank you
Memento mori: every good thing that happens in life is fleating, enjoy them while they last and be greatful for them; every bad thing that happens is smaller than death itself, they will pass, and if you can dominate fear of death you can dominate everything; life is finite, whatever you have lived is already gone, whatever is ahead of you is what you have left, live it to its fullest extent.
Im a 17 year old teenage girl, i very suddenly questioned my relationship and cycled into anxiety for days, but i finally understood i was scared of doing it, i was scared of showing up for myself. And yeah, that anxiety is still there, but this is the 2nd video of your's ive watched and they both really truly have helped me understand to keep moving forward, to focus on what you have now, and to just appreciate the current good you have, dont fret about when youll lose it because even if this relationship somehow lasts past high school, him or i will die, and i just have to appreciate the day to day.
I could listen to him and the videos all day for the rest of my life.
I am in a hotel room right now, I quit the old me. I am tired of other people having power over me, my life, my decisions, and who I want to be. Memento mori indeed. I will keep on living the life I want starting this day. This is day one. It's no longer me saying that the life I want is going to happen one day. Thank you Ryan Holiday.
As long as you use the words I,me,my,mine too much in your internal dialogue, you'll remain in the same rut.
“All growth is on the other side of resistance!” Powerful words to live by, and put into action.
-Ryan Holiday
Resistance is Suffering - Buddha
"Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one." - Marcus Aurelius
As a reader of "7 Habits of Highly Virtuous Stoics," I've realized that true wisdom comes from taking action, not just debating theory. This book has given me the tools to cultivate daily habits that align with my values and help me become the best version of myself.
This video beautifully highlights how consistent small steps lead to great results. As Seneca said, 'Well-being is realized by small steps.' How do you stay motivated to take those daily steps toward self-improvement?
I have been a Stoic for 55 years and didn't even know it was a defined ideal. My old employee mentioned that he thought I was one so I looked it up on Google and TH-cam. This channel came up first and I am so inspired by it. The memento Mori part I learned from Buddhists. This idea is also one of their practices. Still, I needed to be reminded after losing my job last year from ageism, turning 65, etc... it's not what happens to you in life but what you do with what happens. Thanks.
Love the message about not being an uncaring sociopath, especially in these sad times of hustle / Tate culture. You are a treasure my friend, thank you for putting this message out and being a positive example.
Everybody needs to listen to his point at the seven minute mark. Too much modern Stoicism is about getting what you want for you. That is not Stoicism . Thank you Ryan for putting in this point
How many lives can we impact for good. That is something to consider. Not for ego sake but for purpose for intension.
Stocism has really changed how I percieve things in my life, and is currently helping a lot when dealing with the repercussions of the pandemic. Great video!
I needed this. Life is happening. It’s time to not be a disappointment to the self that is waiting for me to reach my potential. It’s been too long to beat around the bush. Thanks man
its nice to have play in background time to time to retrigger it, after we slack down hehe
we become even brainwashing about when we want to brainwahs or relax.. lol inceptions.
for exemple when i go to work i mindset completly diferent, cause i cant be normal human with mentally ill people, and cant let their intense lifestyle affect me emotionaly,
but then at home i can explode my personality, it become very strategic , logic, advantageous, to trigger on and off certain aspect. i cannot waste time not learning those diference and master them. as they give me surplus agility either at work or in hobies.. for music i want to be wild and free, at work i want to be empty solid robotic serious respected objectified , comfortable safe and easily recognised, for their narcism as im just an internal object. facinating to switch both extrem.. totally be yourself, totally be what is required-asked.
I walk daily. Read this saying years ago that is so true.....
"I walk for my soul. My body just follows along."
love this
Hey Ryan, I hope you feel great now. I learned about Stoicism 1 mounth ago. I started reading Marcus Aurelius-Meditations. It is the book that I liked very much and it changed my life of course. I became more diciplined, more patient and more active in social life. I also start to improve my english skills again two years later with this dicipline. I choose one of your videos for every week. I watch them many times in a day. This video is mine 2. Video and first one was 7 stoic strategies for being creative. It was awesome! I learned many things and I put in my life of course. After that, I started to make a little of progress on exercise, learning english, reading. And today’s one of my responsiblities was leaving a comment any video on youtube. I choosed this video because I wanted to tell you thank you and this video is choosen by me for the week. Here is the sentence that i loved. You could be good today instead you choose tomorrow M.A. Take care!
I do most of these already but the consistency part got me. I've been playing guitar for almost 15 years now and my only rule is every time I play I get just a tiny bit better. Every time though and it really does add up over weeks, months, years... Beautiful
Some months ago I realised that Im following, or better internalised, stoicism without even knowing what it was and videos like this help me to convey the message to people around me easier. It helped me understand myself more than ever.
How do you convey the message to other people around you?
Me too! Now I'm purposely learning
I’m going through a hard time right now and Been watching some of your videos. And I’m starting to feel that in my path in life I’ve found the answer i was looking for
Just wanted to leave a note of gratitude for the videos you make. You can never know the countless people it helps that don't leave comments to let you know. I'm letting you know. This video, and another one shored me up to face my fears head on and then move on from there. The things you teach and write about both in books and the Daily Stoic newsletter often makes a difference in how I live my life..
Been feeling really lost lately and this made me feel so much better thank you dude. You got a new subscriber
i feel the same. GReetings and i wish you will find your goal.
same
Momento mori
”Classics are classics for a reason.” Yes! Couldn’t agree more.
I've recently picked up reading, and it's a great habit! I love learning and I can't believe I hadn't been reading before now.
14:06
"Ma flesche (asseure toy) n'espagnera personne
Vous danserez trestout ce balet, que je sonne"
= "My arrow (rest assured) won't hit anyone,
You'll dance aplenty in this ballet, which I am ringing." (i.e. as in a doorbell).
Ryan I just want to say I think these lessons are really great. Few are both knowledgeable and bold enough to read Meditations. If I may, I would like to add to lesson 6: Cherish your Loved Ones. I recently lost someone that I knew very well, but would not necessarily consider a "loved one." She was an ex-girlfriend turned friend, and through 5 years of knowing her, I just sort of started taking her for granted. After her loss, I was deeply saddened, WAY more than I'd expected (more than some of my other family members).
What I learned is that first, this is not limited to just family, it can be any connection. Connections are all we have in life, and it can be so easy to take someone for granted. Second, it's very possible your conscious mind doesn't know how impactful this connection really is, so be grateful for their existence, even if you feel mad at them. Third (from other deaths as well), the way a person dies, as in the when and the how, greatly impacts that person's legacy, and possibly even unfairly.
Also Lesson 8, on reading, I would add watch TH-cam everyday. There is so much to gain from this majestic technological improvement to life. Some books may provide more value upon reading them, but is it so crazy to think that watching a well-designed visual summary would be more beneficial to one's life than wrestling with a work such as Faust? If the person is artistic (and fluent in German), then perhaps not, but there's always the element of life practicality, a key priority for stoics.
Memento Mori is such a powerful lesson. It is comforting to have that constant reminder that our days and finite and we should cherish the moment & live not in the past or the future but in the NOW... the present. Thanks for sharing.
Positive Vibes to everyone.
Today was a rough day. Starting late December I started reading first thing in the morning (even if just one page) qnd writing in my journal (even if just one sentence). My mood and outlook improved immensely.
This morning I had a shitty sleep. I think I have covid (entire family has it) and slept like shit and woke up feeling worse.
I was able to succeed- some reading and journaling done today.
I am new to all of this, and it's so much to take in. I am going to try to live the stoic life. I have so much to learn and do.
It's in Times of trouble we open to see your videos and it goes straight to the soul without wasting a second 🥈... Well done ✅ Hero
The video is trimmed and straight to the heart, we have no time to waste, Ryan knows that...❤
Hands down, this is the best wake up call/motivational video I’ve ever seen. Thank you
thank you ryan ,I play one or more of your videos everyday, and it has helped me very much
I love rewatching this
You, Joe Rogan , and Jordan Peterson, and a couple more have really saved my life and helped me change my minds yet to help change my habits in life. One day I hope to meet each one of you and give my gratitude in person. Thank you!
2 out of 3 of those that you mentioned are not very good, buddy. Be careful
@@ItsYaBoi888 They are all fantastic! I can't thank enough for their contributions to society.
@@davidpowell3469 good advice. I'll live my life, not anyone else's. I respectfully decline to follow Rogan or Peterson or any other person claiming to be experts at something they are not.
@@ItsYaBoi888 because the mainstream media told you so?
Are you aware Neil Young's music is part owned by the former pfizer chairman/ceo...?
Does that not flicker any little light bulbs in your head?
@@ItsYaBoi888 Wrong and slanderous.
Just discovered Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, and discovered this channel. Really love the message Memento Mori. Had a lot of heavy things hit over the last few months and that phrase is what is needed to keep grounded and have perspective.
Try wim hof breathing . It’s amazing along with cold showers
Memento mori
Yesterday, my rational mind triumphed over my anxiety and my impulsive desire to quit. 5 minutes in I was still numb. 15 mins in I was focused. 2 hours later I was empowered. #Stoicism
I came to know you few days ago. You changed the way i look at life immensely. Thanks a lot. I love your character your voice and the way you present your thought.❤😇👌
WHAT a great video!!! Amazing habits, easy to apply! 1 Practice and apply philosophy
2 Practice something creative to get your juices going
3 Go for a walk without your phone everyday
4 Make progress on 4/6 of your goals every single day
5 Serve the community, engage with the world
6 Practice an endurance sport a couple times a week
7 Cherish your loved ones
8 Read! Ryan's tips for reading are amazing, I wrote down don't read bad books and that the point of reading is to get better
Last but not least: Memento Mori, remember we all will die and not to take everything so seriously! This is all just what I wrote down, should be accurate enough, I hope it helps in application
The cherish your loved ones got me, I'm guilty of not forgiving loved ones when they wronged me. Ty for this today.
I noticed you are left handed so clearly you are in your right mind. Thank you for synthesizing your reading of philosophers and your application of these principals allowing you to do this good work. Be well fellow traveler.
I literally thought about getting into journaling yesterday. Today, I stumbled upon this video and the first thing mentioned in the video is journaling. crazy
This is the video I needed today. Keep spreading this amazing Philosophy Ryan.
They are way better videos which Army by professional psychologist not some random junkie guy
Beautifully said. Loving each other is beyond all knowledge and wisdom and experience.
Ryan this is really helping me right now.. been feeling down lately cause life shit. But listening to your videos genuinely makes me feel better
Thank you
Just finished "The Obstacle is the Way" audiobook. Great for the commute to work.
I just started reading it on my lunch breaks at work it’s fantastic!
This video is amazing, i comeback here to watch It almost every week since i first saw it. And it's still amazing!
Having survived when I should’ve died threw me in a tailspin of “grateful to be alive” vs “screw it, should be dead anyhow”. Trying to embrace memento mori in a healthier way now. Definitely flounder/floundered on this path. Thank you.
Dear stranger, I sincerely hope that everything will be alright in your life.
I repeatedly hear people say they wish there was a manual for living life. Many believe this guidance lies in the Bible but most don’t have the patience to read any books let alone scripture. This video outlines fantastic concepts that if followed are a vector than can propel one on the path that brings satisfaction and open the mind to growth.
i heard that last one at the right time and the right way. i can't say how hard it hit me, it filled me such a sense of love and appreciation of life. An appreciation for the small time that I get. Memento Mori, two simple words that made me reflect on my life as though it was completely shattered. thank you for just putting out what you believe is right to say. it resonates in a way that i cannot fully appreciate other than to do everything i can to embody it. thank you for letting me learn that.
I love how you are always surrounded by books. I’m the same.
Anyone here, what are your thoughts on Kindle? To me my books are like being in a garden. Curious about other feelings in this Information Age.
This is platinum! This is one of the best things I have ever listened to.
Bro, I just red the Obstacle is the way a few months ago, and now by surfing through TH-cam I realized, that youre the author of this book. Nice to meet you in person Mr. Holyday.. thank you for your Books!
Ryan, I now understand why in Taoism, Tai Chi and Qi Gong is included as a daily practice to provide a clear thinking ability to absorb the principles and belief structure to improve one's life. With this video to make that connection for me, I can match the four virtues with Taoist values, Buddhist values as well as widespread religious lessons I have studied over the course of my lifetime. I'm not sure why this connections was missing for me before. But, now I own it. Thank you and well done. I am loving "Discipline is Destiny", by the way. It is simply lighting up the neurons in my brain.
I like how you got very real about engaging with your community. It's about doing good for more people.
This is one of the greatest videos I’ve ever seen.
Amazing video as usual 🏆
One of my major frustrations with discussing stoicism online is the lack of social engagement and responsibility to others and the world around us. When I first looked into it I saw a lot of this kind of talk it very nearly stopped me looking further. Its good to see this being pushed back against.
I haven't found a youtube channel,I found pure gold 🥇 thank you man ❤️❤️
Bless you Ryan for sending this profound wisdom to me ❤🙏🏼, I needed it so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thank you Ryan for making this video. I just needed to hear this at this point in my life. I'm not going to let the noise and distractions get to me - Memento Mori - focus on what matters right now
Little changes everyday leads to bigger progress than most people can even fathom. Most adults have an hour in the evening they could devote to something or anything everyday and over a year or five or twenty you could literally master an entire subject or learn countless new skills or learn new things about yourself and family. Never discount what can be done easily when spread over a lifetime
Ive been walking 25mjns everyday for 8 months now. And when i walk ideas always comes up and its crazy how normal walk helps u so much.
I heard a saying one time that always stuck with me and it turns people off because they think its morbid but I had no idea about the actual philosophy that backs it up....the saying was "dont take life too seriously, nobody makes it out alive anyway"
Thank you for your energy sharing this it has changed my life. David Jenson chicago
Heart of Kentucky. Hi DAILY STOIC. I need to develop a daily routine. I appreciate your talk. May we all make this world a better place to be. Katie
Very inlighting,educational and makes me better. Many Thanks Sir!🎈🎈🎈🎈
You are good for sure. I'm growing as a person faster than I ever have. I finally get it. The huge change and most significant for me was Forgive, Forgive, Forgive. It's the best gift you can give yourself. I've let go of a lot of family baggage and from other relationships that I have no control of and it makes me a better, Son, Brother, Friend, coworker etc.
I do agree that cussing takes a away from the message it's just bad form, but you be you. I also think that most of what you are teaching and repeating does not fit for everyone so I take what works from me from your videos, book recommendations and how people are now responding to me. I've let go of my arrogance and feelings of superiority in interacting with people and the public. I've rediscovered Reading so that's a plus/plus for sure. I'm on your daily email too.
I do have one questions and since RH does not respond here maybe your audience can answer this for me and maybe for others who are thinking the same thing. If you want to be rude, snarky and stupid with a hateful response please refrain...go to twitter for that if you must> Anyway, where does laughter and humor come into play here? RH never laughs or makes a joke....it makes we wonder if stoics may just be taking themselves too seriously. If that works for some then so-be-it but I need laughter and humor as part of my coping skills and how I interact with people. Good humor is best> I have no need to belittle or shame anyone with snarky responses.
I would like to add that I've always been active and an athlete and I would die if I couldn't get outside everyday. It has keep me sane all these years.
I have let go of being so competitive it's just not important anymore to me. I'm no longer afraid of dying either. I've done good on this earth with hiccups of course but all-in-all ....I'm Good. I would like to meet RH one day and since he's just up the road from me I will put it on my to-do/bucket list for 2023.
Running definitely helps. Being outdoors for a couple of hours each day can improve sleep habits. It help me
I have noticed that some people became angry with me as I began to practice stoicism. It wasn't what I did that made them angry, it was what I stopped doing (indulging in gossip, avoiding value judgements, obsessively following the news). They started assuming a lot of things about me. But I can't control what other people think. I am happy.
The title of your video made me chuckle. You actually think that the future is looking bright and we all have a long and fulfilling life to look forward to. I wish I could live with my head in the sand. Best of luck. 🍻✌️🇨🇦
I certainly hope this man lives a long and bright life
Dig it....actually picked up Marcus's writings recently. Makes you think differently. In a good way. Which is better than the other way.
Because of you I found Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca. I found my new self. I am very grateful to you.
Thanks for making this subject so much easier to grasp.
I see the point of momento mori, but if you do not get upset by the bad treatment of others and do not react by expecting expect better from friends, family or others, as a minimum, then the behaviour will be repeated by the offender. That's what "letting things go" has taught me in life. I can "let things go", certainly, and have done, plenty of times, but then I just don't want to see or have contact with those who disrespect or abuse me in any way. Therefore, in my view, "standing up for yourself", refusing to accept bad behaviour, refusing to be adversely affected by someone else's selfishness or disregard, is entirely necessary for self esteem, and ultimately, mental well being. I think you are spot on with most of the philosophy and ideas you are putting forward, Ryan, and I appreciate your efforts, its just that I can't get my head around this contradiction. Certainly, Stoicism is about doing the best for yourself and others. But if you're "letting things go" all the time, then you will end up being a punchbag and a football for the ignorant and selfish who think you are a push over and will roll over easily. I know people who don't like arguing or fighting with others, even when they are clearly being maltreated or abused. The result is that their self esteem is on the floor most of the time, and in refusing to stand up and defend themselves, the behaviour becomes a pattern and more and more people end up abusing or badly treating those who are passive in their approach to bullying, calumny, poor treatment, selfishness and such. If Stoicism is about doing the best you can for yourself, as far as I can see, "letting things go" runs counter to that because of tendency of people to recognise that behaviour and take full advantage of it. So you're not doing yourself any favours at all by letting things go on the basis that some day you will no longer exist. I would argue that your demise will be accelerated by allowing others to dump on you. If "letting things go" means walking away from negative types and those who have upset you, then fine. I can do that, and have done. I set myself "maximum bullshit" limits, and when that point is reached, I walk away, to protect yself and my own self esteem. Is that what you mean?
So intense in a good way. Thank for helping me live a better life Ryan🙏
I love point 5. In an interview I listened to, one a well known endurance athlete said "on the other side of suffering is greatness." He was talking in the same context as point 5 and how endurance sports can help your attitude towards overcoming obstacles in life.
This is one of the greatest channels ever. Just subscribed to it. "We are all teachers and we are all learners" Buddha.
Great content! Awesome videos!
Thank you!
I’ve stuck to my training,now 55 yrs ran 5 miles yesterday 44 mins ,, then washed dishes for eight hours,,,because 8 yrs on I have stuck to,my training
To me, Memento Mori means maintaining your level-headedness at all times - in both good times and in bad. It means not getting too high in good times and not getting too low in bad times. Of course, we're all human and it is human to feel and express emotions. However, memento mori helps keep those emotions in check ✅️
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I started getting up at 6am every morning for the past week, this is hilariously exactly what I needed
Thank you so much 💓. So helpful 😊. More power to you ❤️
Hi Ryan, Have you read any of the books of the Bible? 🤔 You have recently popped up in my TH-cam and I love hearing you share your thoughts and hard won wisdom. Everything you have shared I read first in the Holy Scriptures. I often re-read Proverbs for inspiration. Thank you so much for being an inspiration. We all need genuine mentors like you. Thank you ❤
50 seconds in and you gained a sub, excited to finish the ep and many more. May God Bless you and yours for putting positive waves back out into the world with your works
This is my first foray into this concept. Just wanted to thank you! This is the first time in a long while anything has made any damned sense to me.
Thanks for this Ryan!
"Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one." - Marcus Aurelius
As a reader of "7 Habits of Highly Virtuous Stoics," I've realized that true wisdom comes from taking action, not just debating theory. This book has given me the tools to cultivate daily habits that align with my values and help me become the best version of myself. If you're tired of just talking about what it means to be a good person and want to start living like one, pick up a copy of this book and start your journey towards a more virtuous life.
Thank you for sharing! 💛💚 I am so thankful you came into my life!!
Wow...this is good. I have always felt that my studies in philosophy were the best in University...but did not get to this part of Stoicism...thanks...Valuable lessons for creatives too.
Thank you so much, this is so inspiring and underrated, definitely deserves much more views
I love these pieces of advice. They renew and refresh my mindset ♥️🙏🏻
Finishing from a tough day, this really helped put things into prospective, thank you. Day one begins now.
Thanks Ryan, appreciate your energy.
Love your content! I have always loved deep thinking and learning from people's experiences and wisdom. I find Marcus work very interesting, I will be ordering his journey and start reading with notes while camping. Meanwhile, your content is very interesting to me. Thank you
Point number 4 is absolutely crucial. The word stoic has been turned into this “trend” where it’s mean to be so self-involved and it misses the entire point of stoicism.
Thank you for addressing that.
The stoic life creates advantageous living, stay strong and hard
The Memento Mori bit hit me. Since having COVID in early January, I've had anxiety and have been getting into my own head. All I've been doing is overthinking stuff, "When will this go away?" "Is there something wrong with me??" I've been checked by doctors, I've been reassured I'm fine, but still, I dwell on the thought of being anxious. It's led to being anxious about having anxiety, which sounds silly. It's hard to understand until you go through it, but if you are, just realize that they are all thoughts. Your brain is more powerful than anything. YOU control your thoughts, they don't control you. Don't dwell on things. It's easier said than done, but live in the present moment. Memento Mori, you will die. That applies to whatever you're going through as well. It will NOT last. It will go away. Embrace whatever it is, don't fight it. Accept it and grow on it. Don't look for a quick answer, look for patience and focus on the long-term process.
I was thinking about writing a comment under this video but I couldn’t have put it better myself with what you’ve put here buddy, felt the exact same for a while in terms of covid and the current climate but really couldn’t come to terms with why my mind was so set on creating anxious thoughts. Definitely going to start using the phrase more, feels like I’ve already had a small weight lifted just understanding it a bit more!
@@TreFlip278 For sure man, just know you're not alone and that it happens to everyone at one point. Just take it day by day and understand that it is a process. Here's some tips that have helped me out a TON on getting better. 1) Go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day (have a general daily routine as well), 2) If you feel it coming on, accept it and focus on breathing/or meditate. 3) Occupy your mind, an empty mind is the devil's playground.
@@TheThoo Appreciate the help, definitely going to give the advice a go!
Exactly and so what if any of us die cuz of COVID? Nonetheless life is just a journey and it can potentially end any time. There is not an absolute right way to live life and really nothing to be scared about. We are all life long learners too. Embrace in the beauty of this world really, there's such a limited amount of time to be fearful of anything, as you can literally be fearful for your whole life. Therefore be fearless, be an explorer, be a learner, utilize your limited time to go on a seamless and never-ending exciting adventure of life.
happens to everyone ur not alone. go outside get some exercise and some sun and keep busy
Thanks for the great Video, it really helped me today!
I often wonder if there are other people like me who have had very challenging lives continuously.
Finding this video a year after it came out... but still juat as excited to implement these teachings
As a kid my family would always go for walks. Un the neighborhood or we'd go to the park and walk the entirety of the park perimeter. Now as an adult I would take walks with husband the same way. And we've continued it with kids. It's amazing what it does to your mental health!
These videos and learning this is changing my life.
Fantastic rules for life. I practice yoga and sketching daily. The rest I need to work on ! What about pushing limits for those with disabilities ie in a wheelchair etc ?