The Existential Stoic Podcast is a podcast where great friends Danny & Randy regularly discuss existentialism, stoicism, philosophy, and living the good life!
Truth and lies are often separated by a very fine line. We are taught that lying is wrong and that only selfish, immoral people lie. Is it possible that there are benefits to lying? Danny and Randy e…
Practicing gratitude is crucial for building a positive attitude. Through gratitude we express what we are thankful for and become more aware of the good in everyday life. Discover how to be more gra…
At some point in our lives, most of us think: “I wish I had known that when I was younger!” We gain wisdom from experience, we learn things, we learn about ourselves, and reflecting on what we’ve lea…
Goals are an essential part of a good, meaningful life. Having goals allows us to navigate the world and live our lives with direction and purpose. Danny and Randy explore setting goals. Discover how…
We all want to live a good life. The problem, however, is that many of us don’t know what a good life is. Is the good life a sort of end, something you achieve? Is the good life living a certain way …
We communicate all the time. In fact, most of our communication is non-verbal. Everything we do, say, and don’t say, communicates something to others. Communicating clearly is essential if we want t…
Paradox: “a situation, person, or thing that combines contradictory features or qualities; a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition.”
Life is full of paradoxes—the only const…
Danny and Randy explore how to be more creative. Humans are creative beings. The more we cultivate creativity, the better we are at solving problems that we encounter in life. Discover simple things …
We all want to enjoy life. Unfortunately, we too often mistake comfort and immediate pleasure for enjoyment. Danny and Randy explore how to enjoy life. Listen to find out what you can do to start enj…
In this Quick Fix, Danny and Randy explore how to keep your mind sharp. Keeping your mind sharp is crucial for a fulfilling, happy life. A sharp mind makes you more equipped to solve problems and dea…
“It is not possible to step twice into the same river" - Heraclitus. Everything changes. We all must deal with change in our lives. Change can be difficult, uncomfortable, challenging, and slow. How …
In this Quick Fix, Danny and Randy explore how to be More Assertive. Society teaches us to be agreeable, to be likeable, but not to be assertive. Being assertive is important to get what you want in …
We will all face difficulties, challenges, and obstacles in life. Danny and Randy explore how to turn difficulties into opportunities and pursue the life you want. Listen now to learn what you can do…
In this Quick Fix, Danny and Randy explore how to Take Action. If you want a better life, if you want things to improve, you must take action. Taking action is crucial if you want to live your own l…
Fear and boredom prevent many of us from pursuing the goals and the life we want. How can we overcome fear? How do we endure boredom? Danny and Randy explore fear and boredom, the barriers to success…
It is no surprise that when we are tired, exhausted, and worn out, it is harder to face the challenges of everyday life. Danny and Randy explore tips for staying energized and improving your energy l…
In life, we must deal with other people. How do we know which relationships are good for us and which are bad? How do we deal with toxic relationships? Danny and Randy explore how to deal with people…
How we think defines us. Danny and Randy explore thinking big. Thinking big is about changing your perspective and planning for big success. Learn how to think differently, change your perspective, a…
The idea of starting over, of a new beginning, can seem overwhelming. We want to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and successful life, but it is hard to start, to make progress towards that life. Somet…
Danny and Randy explore How to Stay Disciplined. Self-Discipline is an essential component of a successful, fulfilling life. Staying disciplined makes us more likely to overcome obstacles, achieve go…