“If you find yourself rushed or uttering the words, ‘I just don’t have enough time,’ stop and take a second. Is this actually true, or have you just committed to a lot of unnecessary things?...Your life is plenty long; just use it properly.”
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The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living
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Ryan Holiday
Ryan Holiday (born June 16, 1987) is an American author, marketer, and advocate of Stoicism. He is best known for his books such as 'The Obstacle Is the Way' and 'The Daily Stoic,' which apply ancient philosophy to modern life. Holiday served as the director of marketing for American Apparel and has written for Forbes, Fast Company, and The New York Observer. His works have sold over 4 million copies worldwide and been translated into 30 languages. Through his books, podcast, and speaking engagements, Holiday promotes Stoic principles to help people navigate adversity, stress, and uncertainty. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his family. more
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