Ryan Holiday & Stephen Hanselman

Stoics manage their attention spans by seeking clarity in their thoughts.

For Stoics, fate is not a source of fear, but instead motivates them.

By being alert about our biases, we can bring more clarity to our thoughts.

Final summary

Stoicism helps us live life action by action, one decision at a time.

Stoics cultivate awareness of both themselves and others.

Stoics do not fear death – they accept and embrace its power.

A sense of duty gives you purpose and helps you do the right thing.

Stoics understand the interconnectedness of all things and commit themselves to the right action.

What’s in it for me? Refresh your approach to modern life with lessons from the classical world.

We can’t control our emotions, but our reason and intelligence can keep them from affecting our actions.

Stoics are focused on results, so they’re pragmatic in their actions.