How to Apply Stoic Philosophy to Your Life | Tim Ferriss 

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This has to be the most confusing beanie ever created.

Tim's face at 5:59 is priceless. He's like, "OMG I remembered the letter number" *nerd level 10 activated*

Hi TIm! I watched your TED and to be frank I have never learned about stoicism. It's blowing my mind, You showed me a different perspective by analysing the worst cenarium for making any decisions. Thank youuuuu very much! It was valuable for me.

4 hour work week❤️❤️

He wore the hat on purpose to generate comments. He is a trickster this one. Like how some bloggers keep typos to inspire grammar trolls. Good job with RU-vid lately Tim. Lot of value in these short videos.

Thank you for this. Can't wait to start reading the book.

Perception / Action / Will

With that hat, Tim is probably doing the social media equivalent of what Cato used to do, as described at 7:09. *Hat* tip to you Tim! :)

Which is the stoic audiobook Tim is referring to?

Can someone link me where I can find the ebook "The Tao of Seneca"? I only found the audio version...

I got 3 of your ebook for free. Im gonna read them all. Thanks to you :)

4:46 - that explains the hat.

Step 1 get a condom hat.

Summary: 1- Focus on differentiating between the things that I can control, and the things that I can't control. And focus on the things that I can control. 2. Train yourself to be systematically less prone to be overreacting to criticism. 3. Planned poverty and suffering during specific days.

I see you Tim trying to pull a Cato and catalyze our criticism with that cheeky hat

Hat makes him look like the bad guy from Home Alone when the top of his head gets singed off

That Condom on your cranium? Is a fantastic way to make everyone uncomfortable for your own social and internal advancement! -Great Information as always Tim.

6:50 "The more you sweat in peace time, the less you bleed in war time" 😯

@TimFerriss I thought this hat was a sweatband in the appropriate athletic videos. Did not realize it was a hat until this podcast and these comments. Cannot stop laughing.

Seneca wrote that what’s required is “confidence in yourself and the belief that you are on the right path, and not led astray by the many tracks which cross yours of people who are hopelessly lost, though some are wandering not far from the true path.”

the cap makes you balder. Practice stoicism on that. Jokes aside, thx Tim

Hat.

I don't think Stoicism was initially practiced and shared "in order to get succeed", but as a way to live and die at peace. Which has been much more relevant to me for the last 20 years and which is much more appealing for the remaing ones.

"A cow standing in the rain" That is an image that's hard to top

Stoics would also fortify themselves against the best case circumstances as well. This allowed them to avoid the painful crash that so often comes after a positive experience.

Are you walking Cato's steps by wearing this hat?

that hats gotta be part of his attempt at the stoic philosophy techniques of Kato that he talked about earlier

Tim, please try wearing a MAGA hat in San Francisco! That'll be a real test...

"Thank you!" for re-introducing Stoicism to me. It's made a major difference in my life (more than I can easily express). BTW: Where can I get that hat? What's the book you're working on right now?

I think you're following Cato's example by wearing that hat

Stoicism is like Tao (Chinese) or the Gita (Hindu). I think Tim speaks this in his Tao of Seneca series? Tim had a degree in East Asian things right...he probably knows. Marcus Aurelius Musings...I think, and Seneca. It's great. The thinking is easy. I picked up the Tao. I'll buy Seneca's letters. And yes....This is great Tim. Thanks. I'll read your books more too.

I loved the content of your video Tim. Thank you.

I love you so much! So inspiring and such a great teacher. I've never had a role model or even really thought about that. Have never idealized any celebrities, nope. Nada. But I seriously look up to you. I have every book, listen to your podcast, and watch your youtube videos. I'm so happy you exist, grateful for how much content you continue to release, and thankful that you are enhancing lives everywhere!. Much love! 💕💕💕 keep it up!

walk through san francisco with a MAGA hat

The things I can control and the things I can't control are not the problem. I struggle with the things I might be able to control but require a huge amount of work with a high a probability of failure.

get rid of that hat man, ugliest hat iv'e ever seen tbh

The Starks were Stoics. ie "Winter is coming. "

Stoicism has helped me in all areas of my life for the last 2 years. Good presentation.

Best thing a human being can do is to help other human being know more. Tim, you've done this so many times for me and I genuinely Thank You for that! Truly grateful!

very similar to the muslim concept of Sabr (patience/perseverance) - have a good journey

Didn't even know what Stoic philosophy was when I clicked on this video so I learned a lot :) 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝟔𝟏𝟓/𝟏𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐒𝐔𝐁𝐒𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝐆𝐎𝐀𝐋

Stoicism and Zen. A perfect blend of personal philosophy. Resonating 100% with me, Tim. Thank you for the wonderful video!

6:56 “The more you sweat in peacetime, the less you bleed in wartime.”

A book which also sums this up quite perfectly is 'Happy' by Derren Brown :)

I love Tools of Titans, and I really value Tim's appreciation of information overload- always worth while information from my TF reading and podcast time! Quick question: what are some ice breakers, or ways you have effectively introduced these ideas to people who could benefit from developing present-state awareness and more consistent well-being in their life?

Recovery from addiction with Stoicism, anyone?

Planned suffering and planned poverty is something that is sorely needed in the western world.....

Im not sure how effective simulating poverty etc is because you know that when it ends, you go back to wherever it was you came. Very different than being poor and not knowing when it will ever end

Tim Ferriss is awesome. All you people bagging on his hat, did you even listen to his commentary on ridiculous garb and superficial embarrassment? Intentional or not, ya'll are irrelevant to Tim.

Where can we find the free books he's talking about, that he says he's giving for free?

Most of the comments are about his hat .....

4:38 forward explains the hat

This is really high level stuff! Like really big brain shit! Life hacking type of shit here. I love this Tim

There is a fear in me, and there are some school of thoughts 💭, that advocate this fear of mine. It's that if mentally prepare myself for bad things, bad things will happen to me.

The only reason folks in San Francisco look at you differently in a cowboy hat is that you are handsome and they like fetish wear. haha

It looks like a hat a burn victim would wear

God he is so handsome and rugged. What a gorgeous man!

Tim, I am curious to know how Stoicism has helped your depression?

You said more in thirteen minutes than my philosophy teacher said in a semester. Thanks.

Thank you for the free e-books! Looking forward to reading them.

why do you talk/title about yourself in the third person?

Hope all is well! Send money! ($5000)

Thank you for this video Tim. The message and your perspective was very beneficial to me.

Here are 5 key points on applying Stoic Philosophy to your life: 1. Stoic Philosophy as an Operating System: Tim Ferriss emphasizes that Stoic Philosophy is not about passive acceptance or emotionlessness. Instead, it serves as an effective framework for making better decisions and training oneself to be less reactive, especially in high-stress environments. 2. Differentiating Between Control and Non-Control: Stoicism teaches the importance of differentiating between things you can control and those you cannot. By focusing your energy on what's within your sphere of control, you avoid wasting time and resources on unchangeable aspects of life. 3. Training for Resilience: Ferriss mentions practical Stoic exercises like exposing oneself to uncomfortable situations, criticism, or practicing poverty scenarios. These exercises help individuals build resilience and become less affected by external challenges. 4. Developing Present State Awareness: Stoic philosophy encourages developing present state awareness, allowing individuals to become more aware of their thoughts and emotions before they lead to impulsive or harmful decisions. 5. Balancing Stoicism with Other Philosophies: Ferriss suggests that individuals can adapt Stoicism to their preferences and personality, combining it with other philosophies like Buddhism or Epicureanism to find a balanced approach that suits them best.

Love all the hat comments proving the Cato point :)

I wish Tim mentored me. .......Hey wait he has 5 books.

Thanks, Tim! LoL RU-vid comments must make for great stoic practice =:¬D Tim mentioned his thoughtful free sharing of The Tao of Seneca -> tim.blog/2017/07/06/tao-of-seneca/ which I highlight here from Tim's Blog 1) for those yet to find them and 2) who instead found this 1 comment outta 518 (and counting).

Tim Feriss, great at marketing, not originality. Just returned my copy of his last book. You're very respectable and I actually do appreciate any positive with you do, but anyone with common sense knows you're very clever at repackaging. Ball out while mouth breathers invest poorly. Good job Tim!

DUDE WHO ELSE HERE IS ONLY FOCUSED ON THAT NORMAL ASS BLUE SHIRT!!!! or whats on his head, you need to be stioic when wearing rad hats :)

Eeeehhhhhh, what do you do ???? :) To pretty much everything , you gotta laugh when you get twanged in the face with barb wire , in a perfect spot , with precision I couldn't reproduce with a laser if I tried all day , and the next day . Yah just gotta laugh , and hope when the precision swings in the best way , you are thankful , always , some of the "worst things" can be some of the best things :)

The Catholics have a 40 day period during the year that practices fasting, not smoking or using stimulants and helping people around you, much like Eid, a good Catholic would obviously try to put these virtues into their life generally, so it was always down to the individual, Catholicism was captured by infidels and turned into a monotheistic, overarching, ecclesiastical dictatorship and all aesthetic and spiritual people fell into "heresy". I consider myself a good Catholic and a good man because of it, and This man speaks in a language I understand. More power to you young man.

Live in poverty, but remain committed to helping the poor. You can not learn stoicism by listening to someone talk about stoicism. You can not learn it from a book. Mother Theresa, Nelson Mandela, or any person unlawfully detained against their will - are good examples of modern day stoics. Marcus Aurelius was an emperor - his word was law, his stoicism is of a different order.

Tim, Im going to write this in spanish because is the best way that I have to be greatful to you. Tim, te sigo desde la semana laboral de cuatro horas. Conocerte ha sido una de las piezas claves para mejorar mi vida; como emprendedor, amigo, hijo y sí, como ser humano. Hoy por hoy eres mi marco de referencia. No quiero sonar a chica de concierto de Believer, pero te admiro mucho. Algún día te conoceré, beberemos té y entrenaremos juntos; te voy a ganar por cierto. jajajaja. Tim, hoy estoy certificado en PNL y próximamente continuaré con Coaching. Seré uno de los mejores entrenadores y coaches de México...! Desde aquí, Manzanillo, Colima. Un abrazo, campeón.

Another golden nugget filled video by Tim Ferris. Its like everytime he speaks, you need get tons of tips and advices for life, business and so much more. I only follow a very few people like him. Tim Ferris, Gary Vaynerchuk, Tony Robbins and Jerry Gaura. All of them have an amazing podcast too!

He sounds like Carl Sagan explaining the Cosmos....

May I suggest you host Firas Zahabi on your podcast. He is obviously one of the best MMA coaches in the field if not the best, but he is also a great philosophical mind imo, I think it would be a fascinating podcast.

Tim, Thank you for the taoofseneca books, they are amazing...

Wonder if Tim’s ever been approached by someone when he was wearing his party pants, asking if he’s pulling a Cato

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I find it essential for highly sensitive people to practice stoicism at least for some short period of time. Like in autistic people especially adults they block all other means of input they are taking in strictly, when they're focusing on one thing. It's altimate out-put is focus, in my point of view.

Something done repeatedly with discipline is “constancy”, is it not? Consistent is that the parts belong together. An elephant with the head of a horse is inconsistent. Preaching moderation and then drinking all week is inconsistent. But I might be wrong, my native language is Spanish.

Okay, you need to just get to the point, man. I'm not interested in how smart, cool or thoughtful you are. I already know the history of stoicism . Just spit it out and leave your ego out of it! How to apply stoicism is the title, dummy.

I like most part of the stoic philosophy, but I suspect that the reason I like it has to do with a comfortable illusion that I could focus my emotions on the things I control. I think that even if I focus my actions on the things under control, things outside my control will still have great impact in my emotions and well being.

Isn't this tailoring everything to comply with the conception , you could argue the same for any philosophy if you find success

Man - I hope someday RU-vid comes up with a stupidity filter, to erase so many of these comments. Who cares about the hat? Pay attention, and comment, on what he said!

In this video he gives an explanation as to why he wears bright blue floral pants around Mormons in Utah, and you guys are wondering why he is wearing a beanie on youtube.

Most of the time it is not clear what is and what is not under your control. How would you know what is and what is not under our control? most things are in some degree directly or indirectly influenceable by us if we think enough about it,

Guys a great author. But he never gets to the fucking point. Always drags on! Annoying to listen to. Get on with it !!!

From my personal experience with people of all kinds so far, I can say that there is a very thin line between 'stoic' and a stingy, skimpy person

I think he wears the hat following a stoic example described in this video. Cato would be proud.

ok but where can we get the e books though? i think i missed something.

love your vertical garden!

People here don't realize that he is using Cato method.Listen the video folks then judge!!

Hey Tim.. How do I balance using stoasicm and the law of attraction..I'm a doctor, so the environment is usually very negative.. Talks about disease and deaths all the time and the time strain..u get my point..how can I change it ? Anyone is welcome to comment

If you people want to see and learn true planned and unplanned suffering, look this guy up on here: David Goggins

That hat makes you look so bald for some reason

Still legal Mind Opiates - to delude you to be "fine", in a self created Phantasia Land.

I like this idea of trying to keep a level head in all circumstances, as it's your best option. Seneca was no fool.

Tim, what about instead of torturing yourself. have you tried going to a developing country and just living with and helping poor people? there you will not only pre-plan for your days of poverty, you will actually live in an unplanned poor circumstances. Don't get me wrong, it's not meant as a criticism, but a constructive way of learning about yourself.