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The Stoic Compass

William Moore

69 episodes

22 hours ago

**Pursue dreams** with confidence! Is your inner critic whispering that your aspiration is "stupid?" In this episode of The Stoic Compass, Jim and Ellie dive deep into why that thought is really just fear disguised as reason. Drawing on ancient Stoic wisdom, they'll empower you to quiet "Ali" – your judgmental inner voice – and embrace the often-unconventional path to your most cherished goals. Discover practical strategies to overcome self-doubt and start building the life you truly desire, ...

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**Pursue dreams** with confidence! Is your inner critic whispering that your aspiration is "stupid?" In this episode of The Stoic Compass, Jim and Ellie dive deep into why that thought is really just fear disguised as reason. Drawing on ancient Stoic wisdom, they'll empower you to quiet "Ali" – your judgmental inner voice – and embrace the often-unconventional path to your most cherished goals. Discover practical strategies to overcome self-doubt and start building the life you truly desire, ...

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Self-Improvement

Health & Fitness

Episodes (20/69)

The Stoic Compass

Conquer Fear: Your Dream Isn't Stupid | Pursue Dreams

**Pursue dreams** with confidence! Is your inner critic whispering that your aspiration is "stupid?" In this episode of The Stoic Compass, Jim and Ellie dive deep into why that thought is really just fear disguised as reason. Drawing on ancient Stoic wisdom, they'll empower you to quiet "Ali" – your judgmental inner voice – and embrace the often-unconventional path to your most cherished goals. Discover practical strategies to overcome self-doubt and start building the life you truly desire, ...

6 days ago

12 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Be Like Water: Let Go & Live | Surrender

Discover how to **be like water** and unlock Stoic wisdom for a life of flow and surrender. In this episode of The Stoic Compass, Jim and Ellie explore what nature's most powerful element teaches us about navigating modern life. Learn how to let go of resistance, adapt to change with grace, process your emotions like a healing wave, and find peace in persistence, just like a river carving its path. This profound discussion will help you trust the process, embrace your innate fluidity, and liv...

1 week ago

11 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Stoic Breathing: Your Instant Reset Button | Calm

Discover the ancient wisdom of **Stoic Breathing** as your instant reset button for calm. Join Jim and Ellie on The Stoic Compass as they unpack the profound power of your breath. Far more than just keeping you alive, your breath is a direct line to your nervous system, a lesson in trust and letting go, and a powerful anchor to the present moment. Learn how intentional breathing can calm your mind, release tension, and connect you to the ancient wisdom the Stoics found in every inhale and exh...

1 week ago

10 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Stoicism: Why It's More Than Just Therapy | Meaning

Discover why **Stoicism** is experiencing a powerful renaissance, attracting millions seeking meaning that goes beyond traditional therapy. In a world grappling with anxiety, loneliness, and spiritual emptiness, this ancient philosophy offers a profound framework for living. Join Jim and Ellie as they uncover why Stoicism isn't just a coping mechanism, but a comprehensive guide to navigating modern life with wisdom, virtue, and resilience, offering practical answers to the eternal questions o...

2 weeks ago

12 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Growth: Unlock Your Potential | Success

Ready to **unlock your potential** for true success? This inspiring episode is your essential guide to mastering personal growth and achieving your biggest dreams. We’ll explore powerful strategies and transformative mindsets that will help you break free from limitations, build lasting resilience, and confidently pursue the future you envision. Stop just dreaming and start doing – it’s time to truly thrive!You'll learn:* Practical ways to identify and overcome common roadblocks to personal g...

2 weeks ago

11 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Stoic Practice: Build Mental Strength for Modern Life | Focus

Discover practical **Stoic practices** inspired by Emperor Marcus Aurelius to build mental strength for modern life. Join Jim and Ellie as they explore how one of history's most powerful men LIVED his Stoic principles, from embracing the dawn with mindfulness to nightly self-reflection. You'll be amazed at how applicable these ancient routines for mental clarity and resilience are in our chaotic modern world, offering a powerful blueprint for developing inner peace and fortitude today.You'll ...

3 weeks ago

5 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Decision Making: Find Freedom from Pressure | Stoic Wisdom

Master your **decision-making** with Stoic wisdom! Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by choices or beating yourself up over outcomes you can't control? Join Jim and Ellie on The Stoic Compass as they reveal a powerful, liberating truth: true freedom comes from focusing on your process, not the results. Discover how ancient Stoic philosophy provides practical tools to make sound choices and navigate life's uncertainties with confidence, freeing you from pressure and regret.In this episode, ...

3 weeks ago

10 minutes

The Stoic Compass

How to break the burnout cycle

What if the key to beating burnout isn't more discipline, but a literal "prescription for a break"? This episode dives into why we constantly push ourselves to exhaustion, revealing how ancient Stoic wisdom and modern science agree that intentional rest is essential, not earned. Discover how to build error-proof systems for recovery into your daily life, transforming how you work and live before your body forces you to stop. Learn to embrace breaks as a vital tool for a sharper mind, healthie...

3 weeks ago

10 minutes

The Stoic Compass

What Disasters Can Teach Us About Good System Design

Ever wonder why even the best-laid plans unravel, from nuclear power plants to your New Year's resolutions? This episode dives into why catastrophic failures aren't about one "root cause," but a hidden vulnerability in system design. Discover the Stoic secret to creating "error-proof" systems that thrive despite inevitable mistakes—just like your body fights off cancer cells every single day. Learn how to build resilience, not perfection, into every corner of your life. ----------------------...

1 month ago

13 minutes

The Stoic Compass

The Great Work Deception

What if the struggle of finding fulfilling work isn't your fault, but the result of a "great work deception" we've all been subjected to since childhood? This episode dives into the pervasive lies about work being inherently miserable and how chasing prestige or money can trap us in careers we hate. We explore why so many people feel stuck and offer insightful tests to help you discover what you *actually* love to do, not just what you think you *should* do. ----------------------------------...

1 month ago

12 minutes

The Stoic Compass

The Most Important Question of Your Life

We all know what we *want* out of life, but what pain are you actually willing to suffer for? This episode challenges you to look past surface-level desires and uncover the uncomfortable truth about what truly drives you. Discover why your chosen struggles reveal your deepest values and how embracing the right kind of discomfort can lead to genuine, lasting fulfillment. Stop fantasizing about outcomes and start aligning with the process that energizes you.

1 month ago

9 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Teach Kids How to Think

What if the goal of education isn't to impart facts, but to cultivate genuine intellectual humility? This episode dives into a bold curriculum designed to teach students *how* to think, not *what* to think, by encouraging them to question their own biases and bravely engage with opposing viewpoints. Discover how fostering true viewpoint diversity isn't just for schools, but offers powerful tools for building resilient thinkers who can navigate a world that often demands conformity. It’s about...

1 month ago

11 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Why Saying No Is Saying Yes

Are you constantly swamped by commitments you wish you'd never made? Discover the surprising power of "no" – not just as a productivity hack, but as a path to reclaiming your most valuable asset: your time. We explore how every "yes" is a hidden "no" to something else, blending practical strategies from a leading author with profound Stoic insights on making conscious choices. Learn to graciously protect your priorities and unlock a life aligned with your true purpose.

1 month ago

9 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Ditching the Banana Slicer for Stoic Freedom

Struggling with financial decisions that feel out of control, like too much food delivery or impulse buys? This episode explores how applying ancient Stoic wisdom can transform your relationship with money, guiding you away from endless wanting and towards genuine freedom. Discover surprising insights from a financial guru on building lasting wealth through simple habits like living lean, defensive investing, and creating multiple income streams. It's a candid, relatable discussion about ditc...

1 month ago

10 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Embrace Your Scars: Proof You Lived

Ever wondered if the reckless adventures and minor mishaps of your past hold more meaning than just old stories? This episode delves into a captivating memoir that redefines our scars, not as evidence of mistakes, but as cherished historical documents marking the wild, sometimes incredibly stupid, moments of youth. We explore the Stoic wisdom of *amor fati*, learning how to embrace every part of our journey—even the embarrassing injuries—as proof that we truly lived. Discover why your own bod...

1 month ago

11 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Digital Puppets: Reclaim Your Self

Do you ever wonder if you truly like what you like, or if an algorithm told you to? This episode explores the creeping "algorithmic anxiety," an unsettling sensation that unseen forces are shaping your desires and dictating your digital world. We dive into how these invisible systems work and why they challenge our very self-knowledge. Discover powerful Stoic strategies for reclaiming your agency, examining your true preferences, and consciously navigating a world designed to predict your nex...

2 months ago

11 minutes

The Stoic Compass

How to Pick Your Life Partner

Thinking about forever? You might be signing up for 20,000 meals and 18,000 days with one person. But what if you pick the wrong one? It turns out, being unhappily married can be far worse than being single, yet society, biology, and even our own brains conspire to make us choose poorly. This episode dives deep into why so many smart people make relationship-wrecking decisions and offers ancient Stoic wisdom to help you cut through the noise, understand yourself, and choose your life partner ...

2 months ago

10 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Consciousness: A Controlled Hallucination

What if your reality isn't what's *actually* out there, but your brain's most convincing guess? Prepare to have your mind gently blown as we explore how consciousness is a "controlled hallucination," constantly predicting the world around you. You'll be amazed at how this cutting-edge neuroscience connects directly to ancient Stoic wisdom, offering powerful insights into managing your emotions, understanding your sense of self, and consciously shaping your responses. Get ready to see yourself...

2 months ago

9 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Love: Passion, Chemistry, Choice

Is romantic love a beautiful delusion or simply our brains on drugs? This episode uncovers the surprising science behind our deepest desires, from passion's exhilarating chemical high to its unsettling links with obsessive-compulsive disorder. We explore why that initial intense romance often fades, and more importantly, how conscious choice and everyday actions can transform fleeting infatuation into a profound, lasting bond. Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about falling...

2 months ago

11 minutes

The Stoic Compass

Why Death Makes You Live Better

What if embracing death is the secret to truly living? This episode unpacks the ancient practice of 'Memento Mori,' revealing why cultures across history, from Stoic emperors to medieval artists, kept mortality front and center. We explore what recent global events reminded us about our collective forgetfulness and how a conscious awareness of death can transform your daily life, sparking presence, gratitude, and a fierce urgency to make every moment count. Prepare to shift your perspective a...

2 months ago

12 minutes