The Strong Stoic Podcast

In this episode, Brandon explores the idea that we often lie to ourselves about why we act in certain toxic ways. He discusses how we attribute our emotions and reactions to external circumstances, when in reality, they are a result of our own choices. Brandon emphasizes the importance of accepting the tough realities of life and not using external factors as excuses for our behaviour. He encourages taking responsibility for our emotions and responses and striving for eudaimonia, or optimal flourishing. This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Sharon Lebell is a bestselling author, speaker, composer, and performing musician. She wrote The Art of Living: The Classical Manual on Virtue, Happiness, and Effectiveness, which is a book I highly recommend. In this episode, Sharon and I discuss the adventures of our lives, how to deal with the pleasant times and unpleasant times, the difference between action, thought, and intention, how to be empathetic, and more. We centre the conversation around Sam’s speech from The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers – if you are unfamiliar with that scene, I highly recommend giving it a quick YouTube search. If not, you will get the honor of hearing me read it (and no, I don’t do it with a Hobbit accent). This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

The concept of Chaos and Order is associated with Taoism. It’s rather simple: life is divided between Chaos and Order. Too much Chaos is bad, and too much Order is bad. This is a Stoic podcast, sure, but there is much that we can gain by understanding this concept. And there may actually be more overlap than you think. How can the concept of Chaos and Order be understood through a Stoic lens? And how can we implement this idea in our daily life? This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Mike Ryan is an award-winning professional musician, songwriter, studio owner, and author from my home province of Nova Scotia (that’s up in Canada, eh). He also hosts a podcast, the Mike and Kristen Podcast, with his wife, Kristen Herrington, who appeared on the Strong Stoic last year on Episode #249. In this episode, Mike and I discuss music, and the role it plays in our lives. We also talk enjoying the process on the road to success, collaborations, cold plunging, Tom Petty, our experiences being broke af, and much, much more. This conversation was a lot of fun, and I found Mike to be a very insightful, and Stoic individual. Without further ado, please welcome Mike Ryan. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Role of Music in Our Lives 08:25 Collaboration and Creating Something Greater 30:35 The Power of Music: Touching Lives and Creating Connections 47:05 The Power of Music 56:34 Music as a Shared Experience 01:26:17 The Energy of Music You can find Mike here: https://michaelsryan.com/home This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Jealousy: we all feel it, have felt it, have grappled with it, and know that it’s toxic. There are arguments about whether anger is a useful emotion. The Stoics say “no” while many other philosophers say “sometimes”. Jealousy, however, is very rarely considered in a positive light at all. Hence, when we feel jealousy, it’s not usually because we want to feel it. It feels outside of our control, so we just sit in it. But is it outside of our control, or can we alleviate this toxic feeling? Keywords jealousy, toxic feeling, control, character, stoicism, dichotomy of control, stoic Providence, psychological health Chapters Introduction: Jealousy as a Toxic Feeling What is Jealousy? The Role of Character in Overcoming Jealousy Stoic Providence: Accepting the Circumstances of Life Accepting the Piece of the Pie that Life Gives Us This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Mark is a gold-medal Olympic speed skater. He won gold at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. He is also the author of The Stoic Mindset: Living the 10 Principles of Stoicism, which will be released in Canada and the USA on April 9th (yes, that’s today!). In this episode, we talk about balancing hard work with enjoying life, courage in performance, luck and providence, and much more. Mark was a pleasure to speak with and I hope this episode proves useful. You can find Mark here: https://marktuitert.nl/en/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Striving for Excellence 02:10 Striving for Worldly Excellence and Understanding What's Truly Important 05:03 The Importance of Character and Attitude in Winning 08:32 Having a Well-Rounded Life and Avoiding Losing Oneself in a Single Pursuit 09:40 The Danger of Losing Direction After Achieving Goals 13:30 Embracing Struggle and Tension in Life 22:12 Embracing Darkness and Facing Internal Thoughts 29:33 Reconnecting with Family and Addressing Internal Struggles 32:10 Accepting and Loving Where You Come From 36:15 The Role of Luck and Providence 40:04Taking Responsibility for Your Character 44:11 Finding Inspiration in Others' Struggles 49:51 Letting Go and Surrendering to Life 55:35 Balancing Seriousness and Humor in Life This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com Keywords: excellence, character, attitude, identity, Stoicism, competition, humility, grace, learning, setbacks, tension, struggle, courage, fear, obstacles, darkness, judgments, emotions, family relationships, stoicism, philosophy, negative energy, joy, positive emotions, relaxation, balance, athletic performance, luck, providence, surrender, outcomes, discipline, courage, love, support, agency, journey, humor, absurdity.

Seneca’s very first chapter in Letters From a Stoic is titled “On the Use of Time”. Time is something that is very paradoxical in the sense that we never feel like we have enough, yet our lives are longer than anything else we will do. Put another way, our days are often long while our days are short. Another curious thing about time is that we all have the same amount everyday - 24 hours - yet we all use it in different ways. Some of us use it for productivity, others for pleasure, and yet others are oblivious because they are in a state of suffering. But what constitutes time well spent? What is wasted time? And how can we go about not wasting much of it? Summary The conversation explores the concept of time and how to avoid wasting it. It emphasizes the finite nature of time and the importance of making the most of it. Wasted time is defined as time spent not living according to nature, not fulfilling one's duty, and engaging in vice. The conversation also provides practical tips on how to spend time wisely, including getting enough sleep, exercising, and finding a job that aligns with one's nature. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of being intentional with how time is spent. Takeaways Chapters On the Use of Time Defining Wasted Time Setting the Foundation for a Day Not Wasted How Should We Spend Our Time? Remaining Hours and Personal Choices Intentionality and Unintentionality Living a Full Life This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

A ship accumulates marine growth on its hull as it traverses through water. Some would suggest that our souls do a similar thing, accumulating trauma from the challenging and difficult circumstances that life puts us through. This is understandable on one end; we can all point to situations in our past that seem to still bother us in conscious and sometimes subconscious ways. On the other hand, one could perhaps make the case that a Stoic does not let the past bother them. Is trauma a real thing, or is it simply an unStoic way of looking at your past? Summary The conversation explores the concept of trauma and its impact on our lives. It discusses how trauma is accumulated from past experiences and how it can shape our present behaviors. The history of trauma studies is briefly mentioned, highlighting the idea that something in our past can emotionally scar or break us. The conversation also delves into the Stoic perspective on trauma, emphasizing the importance of extracting lessons from the past to guide our future actions. It suggests that while we cannot change the past, we have control over our thoughts, judgments, and actions in the present. Takeaways This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

We can’t improve if we don’t change. Self-development is change. Remember that we need to know three things to improve: where we are, where we want to go, and how to get there. Change is the very process by which we get from where we are to where we want to be. But change is hard. If it were easy, all of us would be Stoic sages, living in virtue and harmony. So what is the nature of change? And why do so many of us know, on some level, that there are things about us that we need to modify, yet we fail to do so? Topics: This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

In this episode, I discuss the concept of luck in Stoicism and its portrayal in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit. I explore the idea of biased fortune and providence, highlighting the difference between mere chance and acting appropriately. I also shares the story of the game of riddles between Bilbo and Gollum, emphasizing how Bilbo's actions and virtues influenced the outcomes. Finally, I draw parallels between Stoicism and Christianity, emphasizing the importance of acting virtuously and the potential rewards and consequences that follow. Takeaways This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Everyone is encouraged today to “follow your passion”. What they mean by this is that you should pursue whatever fills you up. You should pursue whatever you are passionate about. Obviously, we are all passionate about different things - some love knitting, others football, and others again book reviews! Is this advice, though, to follow one’s passion, actually good advice? And if it is, is it even achievable? This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Ryan is the Author of several books including Designing The Mind and Become Who You Are. He takes a design approach to structuring your thinking to help you approach your life in a more logical and rational way. In this conversation, Ryan and Brandon discuss the concept of psychitecture and the systematic approach to engineering ourselves. They explore the idea of algorithms in self-improvement and the importance of aligning desires and values for deep happiness. They delve into the balance between animalistic impulses and ideals, and the process of becoming the ideal person. They also discuss the significance of cultivating strengths and contributing to the world, as well as the importance of self-awareness and introspection. The conversation concludes with a reflection on self-deception and the Stoic perspective on the soul as character and virtue. The conversation explores the concept of becoming who you are and the pursuit of self-creation. It delves into the idea of living according to nature and the divergence from Stoicism. The host and guest discuss the guest's books and where to find more information. You can find Ryan here: https://designingthemind.org Chapters00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 01:52 Exploring Psychotexture and Engineering Ourselves 04:00 Understanding Algorithms in Self-Improvement 06:54 Balancing Animalistic Impulses and Ideals 09:00 Breaking Down Cognitive, Emotional, and Behavioral Self-Mastery 10:39 Aligning Desires and Values for Deep Happiness 11:54 Becoming the Ideal Person: Nietzsche and Stoicism 14:06 Differentiating Desires and Values for Long-Term Progress 19:05 Acting in Alignment with Admired Traits 20:26 Pushing Through Reluctance to Embrace Admirable Actions 23:06 Cultivating Strengths and Contributing to the World 28:02 Balancing Goals and Virtues in Life 31:51 Developing Self-Awareness and Introspection 37:52 The Stoic Soul and Developing Character 42:22 Self-Deception and the Importance of Self-Observation 45:05 Understanding the Soul as Character and Virtue 48:09 Becoming Who You Are 51:47 The Pursuit of Self-Creation 54:28 Living According to Nature 57:02 Divergence from Stoicism 58:22 Promoting the Books This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

In moments of reflection on what we are doing with our lives, the thought can creep up: Am I doing enough? Could I be doing more good in my life? The Stoics have their fair share of radical ideas, but one that may be tremendously useful in the contemplation of this question is that there is no such thing as the idea of doing “more good” in Stoicism. Wherever you are right now is where you are supposed to be, and you can only act appropriately - no more, no less. Of course, unless you are a Sage. But what is a Sage? And is this idea in Stoicism a useful one, or does it simply hold back our ambitions? Summary In this conversation, the host explores the concept of the Stoic Sage and the idea of acting virtuously. The Stoic Sage is a person who can do no wrong and always acts in accordance with nature. However, the host acknowledges that the idea of a perfect sage is not realistic. Instead, he suggests that we can look to individuals in our lives who embody qualities of wisdom, kindness, and strength as examples of the Stoic Sage. Takeaways Chapters00:00Introduction and Setting the Context 03:20The Concept of the Stoic Sage 04:17The Imperfection of the Sage 05:07Defining the Qualities of a Sage 06:03Different Personalities of Sages 07:00Living According to Nature 08:00The Actions of a Sage 09:54No Such Thing as Doing More Good 10:23The Indifference of Yelling 11:20Different Sages, Different Contexts 12:16The Outcome is Irrelevant 13:14Acting Appropriately in the Present Moment 18:28Gradual Improvement and Self-Forgiveness 30:52Connecting the Questions to the Stoic Sage This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Katie Feltmate is a poet based in my home province of Nova Scotia. She believes in the writing process as a tool for healing and self-growth. In 2021, she released her first self-published poetry book, Love in the Age of Quarantine, which is about, in my words, transitioning from an abusive and toxic relationship to a more whole self. I found her book in a local bookstore and immediately noticed the Stoicism in her writing, especially near the end when she has the trauma past her. In this episode, we talk about abusive relationships, loneliness and self-discovery, the paradoxes and complexity of love, and much more. I was thrilled to speak with Katie, and I think what follows is a very open conversation about some very difficult topics. You can find Katie here: https://www.katiefeltmate.com This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Stoicism teaches that living in harmony with nature leads to happiness and flourishing. This harmony is achieved through tension, similar to how a guitar string must be under tension to produce the right note. Taking responsibility for ourselves and our relationships is essential in living in harmony. Stoics must balance their personal nature, communal nature, and mother nature. Strength is crucial in maintaining this balance and resonating with the demands of nature. The practice of stoicism involves cultivating virtues and acting appropriately in our daily lives. Takeaways Chapters00:00Living in Harmony with Nature 02:27The Importance of Tension 03:28Taking Responsibility 05:25Balancing Personal, Communal, and Mother Nature 06:21The Strength to Live in Harmony 08:06The Role of Strength 10:34The Practice of Stoicism 12:06Developing Strength and Resonating with Nature This episode is also available on YouTube. Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Merriam-Webster defines fatigue as “weariness or exhaustion from labour, exertion, or stress”. I’m sure this rings a bell with you, and most of us become fatigued from time to time. In fact, fatigue can be of various types – exhaustion from work, exercise, stress, and even spiritual. That’s right – we can become spiritually or philosophically fatigued, even from Stoicism. This episode is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TtKSLdblCPQ Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/ Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Kyle is a clarity consultant who coaches people to live spiritual yet practical lives, and the host of the Limitless Life Podcast. We met sometime in 2023, where I first appeared as a guest on his podcast. What I love about speaking with Kyle is his positive energy. He’s a great conversationalist with an ability to really be present – something we all could strive to aim at. In this episode, we talk about what’s holding people back from achieving their goals, the importance of competence, and route to healing, miracles in life, and much more. I hope you enjoy this conversation just as much as I did. Without further ado, please welcome Kyle Smith. Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

This is episode 301, which makes it the first episode after I hit the 300-episode mark. 300 episodes is about 150 hours of podcast content, which is about 6 days of steady listening (for those interested in binge-listening all of the episodes). I saw that Chris Williamson, the host of Modern Wisdom, does this thing every hundred episodes or so where he recaps the biggest takeaways in the last one hundred episodes. I certainly cannot go back and do that after reaching 100 or 200 episodes, but thought that this may be a useful thing to do, so here we go. Here are 4 lessons from 300 episodes! Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

Simon Drew is an alignment coach, poet, author, musician, photographer, and the founder of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society. He has a Bachelor of Music Performance and is most well known for his work with the Practical Stoic Podcast, which has since evolved into The Walled Garden. I’ve known Simon for a couple of years at this point. It is his third appearance on the SS. He has appeared in Episodes 134 and 222. This conversation with Simon was as engaged and meaningful as the previous ones. He has a real talent for conversation, which is one of the things I respect most about him. In this episode, we speak about the current challenges of our time, the utility of prayer and its various forms, how to find peace and contentment amidst the inherent chaos of life, and much more. Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com

In Stoicism, externals are outside of your control, and hence, cannot ultimately give you eudaimonia. That is true; your environment, the people around you, etc. are ultimately not up to you, and are unable to grant your eudaimonia. However, that isn’t to say that externals don’t have any effect on us. Externals can and do make things easier or harder on us. Luckily for us, we do have some control over our environment. How can we best manage and change our environment to make our success in our endeavours more likely? Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at provoking thought and opening your perspective. This podcast is listener-supported; if you would like to support the Strong Stoic (as well as gain access to exclusive content), you can do so on Patreon or Substack: Patreon: www.patreon.com/brandontumblin Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com