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“Take a little time today to remember that you're blessed with the capacity to use logic and reason to navigate situations and circumstances. This gives you unthinkable power to alter your circumstances and the circumstances of others. And remember that with power comes responsibility.”

Book:The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living

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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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Source: Roboute Guilliman: Lord of Ultramar

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Book:Slaves to Darkness

Source: Slaves to Darkness

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