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Discover deeper meaning and reduce attachment-based suffering by embracing life's impermanence.

• Increased appreciation for present moments
• Reduced fear of loss and change
• Greater sense of meaning in life

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What if the path to happiness isn't positivity, but honest reflection? Mark Manson, the bestselling author of "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," joins me to talk about why accepting life's imperfections is the secret to true growth. Mark recounts his journey through fame, burnout, and a health crisis that forced him to confront the unhealthy beliefs he'd accepted about himself.

• The Impact of Success on Mental Health
• Self-Help Myths
• Growth Through Embracing Discomfort
• The Role of Scarcity in Creating Meaning
• The Role of Feedback in Self-Improvement
• Redefining Happiness and Success

Tune in for a refreshingly real look at self-improvement, mental health, and the power of embracing uncomfortable truths.

On Wednesday, December 4th, Mark Hyman, MD will answer the question: Which diet really gives you the best shot at optimal health? Joined by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, they'll break down the science, debunk the myths, and share their expert perspectives to help you make the best choices for your health.

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On this episode of the Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan Holiday talks with author James Clear about:

• Practical ways to shift your internal narrative
• How to begin and maintain productive habitual action
• Being flexible with your goals as you set and achieve them

James Clear is the author of the New York Times Bestseller, Atomic Habits, and a world-renowned speaker. His weekly 3-2-1 Newsletter has over 1,000,000 subscribers.

Shift your focus from outcomes to identity, aligning your daily actions with the person you aspire to become. This routine challenges the conventional goal-setting approach, providing a more sustainable framework for lasting change.

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Improve overall well-being and support mental health with these benefits:

• Improved physical health
• Better mental clarity and mood
• Increased energy and vitality

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What if the path to happiness isn't positivity, but honest reflection? Mark Manson, the bestselling author of "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," joins me to discuss why accepting life's imperfections is the secret to true growth. Mark recounts his journey through fame, burnout, and a health crisis that forced him to confront unhealthy beliefs about himself.

• The Impact of Success on Mental Health
• Self-Help Myths
• Growth Through Embracing Discomfort
• The Role of Scarcity in Creating Meaning
• The Role of Feedback in Self-Improvement
• Redefining Happiness and Success

Tune in for a refreshingly real look at self-improvement, mental health, and the power of embracing uncomfortable truths.

On Wednesday, December 4th, Mark Hyman, MD and Dr. Gabrielle Lyon will break down the science, debunk myths, and share expert perspectives on which diet gives you the best shot at optimal health.

Find out more and get tickets now

This episode is brought to you by:

• Rupa Health: Access more than 3,500 specialty lab tests and register for a FREE live demo
• ButcherBox: Get two pounds of ground beef FREE in every box for new members (use code FARMACY)
• BIOptimizers: $100 worth of free gifts with purchase (use code Hyman10)
• Beekeeper's Naturals: Get 20% off sitewide (use code 'HYMAN')

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• 🕊️ Cultivates inner calm and confidence
• 🌳 Helps you live with purpose and intention

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Arthur Brooks is a social scientist, professor at Harvard University, a columnist for The Atlantic, and the bestselling author of From Strength to Strength. In this episode, Arthur explains how intelligence changes as we get older, and how to take advantage of this to maximize our happiness and success. He distills truths about the meaning of happiness and its three main components: enjoyment, satisfaction, and purpose. He goes into detail about many of the keys to a happy life, including the importance of cultivating virtuous relationships. On the flip side, Arthur warns of the dangers of social comparison, "success addition," and the four worldly idols—money, fame, power, and pleasure—that drive many of us. Additionally, Arthur provides examples of exercises that can guide one in the right direction, overcome fear, and cultivate habits that can lead to a happier life.

Topics Covered:

• Insights from Arthur's career as a professional French horn player
• A radical shift away from music to a Ph.D. in quantitative policy
• Personal experience with shifting intelligence: fluid vs. crystallized intelligence
• An epiphany from a chance encounter on an airplane that shaped Arthur's thinking
• The three main "macronutrients" of happiness
• Exploring the "purpose" component of happiness
• The importance of having a partner and true friendships
• The makeup of a true friendship, and why men tend to struggle with making real friends
• The "satisfaction" component of happiness and the importance of "wants management"
• The tyranny of social comparison
• Insights into happiness through Chinese art, and the concept of a "reverse bucket list"
• An exercise demonstrating the importance of relationships with others and the need to work on them
• The four main idols that drive us: money, fame, power, and pleasure
• Success addiction, workaholism, and their detriment to happiness
• A radical approach to overcome fear—the antithesis to love and happiness
• Ancient Hindu advice for the perfect life
• The end result of getting caught in the four idols
• The complexity of happiness

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Regularly challenge and update your beliefs to promote personal growth and mental flexibility.

• Increased mental flexibility
• Reduced cognitive biases
• Continuous personal growth

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What if the path to happiness isn't positivity, but honest reflection? Mark Manson, the bestselling author of "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," joins me to talk about why accepting life's imperfections is the secret to true growth. Mark recounts his journey through fame, burnout, and a health crisis that forced him to confront the unhealthy beliefs he'd accepted about himself.

In this episode, @IAmMarkManson and I discuss:

• The Impact of Success on Mental Health
• Self-Help Myths
• Growth Through Embracing Discomfort
• The Role of Scarcity in Creating Meaning
• The Role of Feedback in Self-Improvement
• Redefining Happiness and Success

Tune in for a refreshingly real look at self-improvement, mental health, and the power of embracing uncomfortable truths.

On Wednesday, December 4th, Mark Hyman, MD will answer the question "Which diet really gives you the best shot at optimal health?" during The Diet Wars, a LIVE digital experience. Joined by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, they'll break down the science, debunk the myths, and share their expert perspectives to help you make the best choices for your health.

Find out more and get tickets now

This episode is brought to you by:

• Rupa Health: Streamline your lab orders. Access more than 3,500 specialty lab tests and register for a FREE live demo.

• ButcherBox: New members get two pounds of ground beef for FREE in every box. Visit ButcherBox and use code FARMACY.

• BIOptimizers: During November, get $100 worth of free gifts with purchase at BIOptimizers.com/Hyman with code Hyman10.

• Beekeeper's Naturals: Get 20% off sitewide at BeekeepersNaturals.com/HYMAN with code 'HYMAN'.

Develop a more meaningful and realistic approach to life satisfaction.

• Reduced pressure from unrealistic expectations
• Increased satisfaction with life as it is
• More authentic personal goals

Get my FREE guide 3 Steps to Reverse Aging when you sign up for my weekly health picks 👉

View Show Notes From This Episode

What if the path to happiness isn't positivity, but honest reflection? Mark Manson, the bestselling author of "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," joins me to talk about why accepting life's imperfections is the secret to true growth. Mark recounts his journey through fame, burnout, and a health crisis that forced him to confront the unhealthy beliefs he'd accepted about himself.

In this episode, @IAmMarkManson and I discuss:

• The Impact of Success on Mental Health
• Self-Help Myths
• Growth Through Embracing Discomfort
• The Role of Scarcity in Creating Meaning
• The Role of Feedback in Self-Improvement
• Redefining Happiness and Success

Tune in for a refreshingly real look at self-improvement, mental health, and the power of embracing uncomfortable truths.

On Wednesday, December 4th, Mark Hyman, MD will answer the question "Which diet really gives you the best shot at optimal health?" during The Diet Wars, a LIVE digital experience. Joined by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, they'll break down the science, debunk the myths, and share their expert perspectives to help you make the best choices for your health.

Find out more and get tickets now

This episode is brought to you by:

• Rupa Health: Streamline your lab orders. Access more than 3,500 specialty lab tests and register for a FREE live demo.

• ButcherBox: New members get two pounds of ground beef for FREE in every box. Visit ButcherBox and use code FARMACY.

• BIOptimizers: During November, get $100 worth of free gifts with purchase at BIOptimizers.com/Hyman with code Hyman10.

• Beekeeper's Naturals: Get 20% off sitewide at BeekeepersNaturals.com/HYMAN with code 'HYMAN'.

On this episode of the Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan Holiday talks with author James Clear about:

• Practical ways to shift your internal narrative
• How to begin and maintain productive habitual action
• Being flexible with your goals as you set and achieve them
• Developing a sustainable approach to long-term projects, focusing on consistent daily progress

James Clear is the author of the New York Times Bestseller, Atomic Habits, and a world-renowned speaker. His weekly 3-2-1 Newsletter has over 1,000,000 subscribers and is sent out every Thursday.

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On this episode of the Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan Holiday talks with author James Clear about:

• Practical ways to shift your internal narrative
• How to begin and maintain productive habitual action
• Being flexible with your goals as you set and achieve them
• Working backward from your ideal future to create a roadmap for achieving your most ambitious goals

James Clear is the author of the New York Times Bestseller, Atomic Habits, and a world-renowned speaker. His weekly 3-2-1 Newsletter has over 1,000,000 subscribers and is sent out every Thursday.

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This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. Athletic Greens is a custom formulation of 75 vitamins, minerals, and other whole-food sourced ingredients that make it easier for you to maintain nutrition in just a single scoop.

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• ✉️ Sign up for the FREE Daily Stoic email
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• Instagram: @dailystoic
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Music: "Grow Old" by innerkid

On this episode of the Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan Holiday talks with author James Clear about:

• Practical ways to shift your internal narrative
• How to begin and maintain productive habitual action
• Being flexible with your goals as you set and achieve them

James Clear is the author of the New York Times Bestseller, Atomic Habits, and a world-renowned speaker. His weekly 3-2-1 Newsletter has over 1,000,000 subscribers.

🎧 Subscribe to the Daily Stoic Podcast

This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. Visit athleticgreens.com/stoic to get a FREE year supply of Liquid Vitamin D + 5 FREE Travel Packs with subscription.

• Full episode details
• Sign up for the FREE Daily Stoic email
• FREE GUIDE to Stoic philosophy
• Daily Stoic Store

• Instagram: @dailystoic
• Twitter: @dailystoic
• Facebook: @dailystoic
• TikTok: @daily_stoic

"Grow Old" by innerkid - Listen here

On this episode of the Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan Holiday talks with author James Clear about:

• Practical ways to shift your internal narrative
• How to begin and maintain productive habitual action
• Being flexible with your goals as you set and achieve them
• Cultivating a mindset of appreciation for your current circumstances
• Reminding yourself of past aspirations you've already achieved
• Challenging the constant pursuit of 'more' and maintaining perspective

James Clear is the author of the New York Times Bestseller, Atomic Habits, and a world-renowned speaker. His weekly 3-2-1 Newsletter has over 1,000,000 subscribers and is sent out every Thursday.

🎧 Subscribe to the Daily Stoic Podcast

This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. Athletic Greens is a custom formulation of 75 vitamins, minerals, and other whole-food sourced ingredients that make it easier for you to maintain nutrition in just a single scoop.

Visit Athletic Greens to get a FREE year supply of Liquid Vitamin D + 5 FREE Travel Packs with subscription.

• Full episode details
• Sign up for the FREE Daily Stoic email
• FREE GUIDE to Stoic philosophy
• Daily Stoic Store

• Instagram: @dailystoic
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"Grow Old" by innerkid - Listen here