“A Guide to the Good Life”: What Entrepreneurs Can Learn From Stoic Philosophy

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August 17, 2023

by an investor from Harvard University - Harvard Business School in Toronto, ON, Canada

I suspect that most of you don’t listen to my podcast because of your deep affinity for philosophy, but many years ago I stumbled upon a philosophy known as Stoicism, and it's had a profound impact on my life since. Today I'm joined by Dr. William Irvine, author of the global best seller "A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy". In our discussion today, we discuss gratitude, living in the present moment, anxiety, the value of our time, the finite nature of our time, the journey vs. the destination, and how to persist through difficult circumstances, among other topics. If any of these things seem relevant to you, I think you’ll really like what our guest has to say. Please enjoy!


“A Guide to the Good Life”: What Entrepreneurs Can Learn From Stoic Philosophy

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Reply by a professional
in Houston, TX, USA
I haven't yet listened to this episode (though it's in my playlist), but Stoic philosophies changed my approach to business as well.

When you're in a high-stress environment that can wreak havoc on your central nervous system, shifting your mindset and perspective to mitigate the impact of that environment on your mental health is critical.
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Reply by a searcher
from University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, IL, USA
Stoicism is a very powerful philosophy when learned. Being able to apply it in your everyday life is an amazing skill to learn.
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