Existential Stoic Podcast

We communicate using far more than just words—our actions, gestures, posture, and more say something, mean something. Our body language also influences our mental state, our attitude. 

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As we near the end of our first season, we bring you one of our best episodes yet! – You’re Going to Die! – Taking Life Seriously. 

The Stoic notion of Memento Mori reminds us of the inevitability of …

“Be the change you want to see in the world.” – Gandhi 

We all want to be influential, to make a difference. Listen to the latest Quick Fix to discover tips for being more influential.

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Special guest, Greg Sadler, joins Danny and Randy to discuss Philosophy in Practice – A Better Life Through Knowledge. Discover why philosophy is, at heart, a practical discipline and why a life of l…

Accountability and personal responsibility are essential to live your own life. Discover what you can do to be more accountable.  Take control and live your own life.
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Special guest, Massimo Pigliucci, joins Danny and Randy to discuss Stoicism and his recent book, A Field Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living. In the main part of Field Guide, Massimo r…

When we are angry, it is hard to think clearly and make good decisions. Ask yourself: When has anger made things better? Discover tips for reducing anger in this Quick Fix.

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“The unexamined life is not worth living.” – Socrates  

A worthwhile life, Socrates thought, is an examined life. It is through questions that we begin to explore and examine life. What questions are …

It is easy to get distracted, to lose focus. When we are distracted, we underperform, get thrown off course, and struggle to live the life we want. Danny and Randy explore tips for staying focused. D…

We all want to be successful. What can you do to set yourself up for success? What kinds of questions, practices, and habits can prepare you and set the stage for a successful life?  Discover what yo…

We all want to enjoy life. In this Quick Fix, Danny and Randy explore tips for enjoying life. Discover practical things you can do to start enjoying your life and living the life you want.
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Whenever we say – “I’m trying…” – it always means we aren’t making progress, aren’t reaching our goal. When we try, we set ourselves up for failure. Discover when and why we shouldn’t try and what it…

Many of us experience distress, anxiety, a sense of dread. What is the best way to deal with anxiety? How can we identify and address the causes of anxiety in our lives? Discover what you can do to a…

What is the purpose of education? Does education prepare people for life? Is it worth the cost? Danny and Randy explore the flaws of education, the importance of teaching yourself, and the value of l…

Many people fear change. Change can be difficult, confusing, and uncomfortable. Change can disrupt our lives or prevent us from living the life we want. Change is a part of life. Discover what you ca…

Most of us face regrets at some point in our lives. Regret keeps us living in the past, prevents us from moving forward, and makes us incapable of seeing the possibilities before us. Discover how to …

Many of us chastise ourselves for our errors, berate ourselves for our failures, and generally use overly critical self-talk. Discover how to change your relationship to yourself with positive self-t…

Finding inner peace is essential to live a good life. It suggests a certain level of comfort with oneself and a deep self-knowledge. Quiet the noise, find a way past the distractions, and explore the…

Being mindful is about being present and focused. Discover the important role mindfulness can play in your life and learn tips to become more mindful. 

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Most of us push ourselves to do more and more every day. We multi-task, take on new projects, and try to manage our time to accomplish as much as possible. When we push ourselves too much, we need to…