Daily Stoic Sundays: The Important Thing is to Not Be Afraid
Apr 12, 2020
Explore the nature of fear, especially during uncertain times. Discover the Stoic distinction between feeling scared and being afraid, and how to turn fear into purposeful action. Learn about perseverance from inspiring stories, like that of a former NFL star overcoming a life-changing injury. This journey encourages resilience and reflection on historic wisdom, proving that courage can be cultivated even in adversity.
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Managing Fear
Acknowledge initial fear as a natural reaction to the unknown.
Focus on your subsequent actions and decisions, not the fear itself.
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Scared vs. Afraid
Fear is a prolonged state that paralyzes and hinders progress.
A scare is temporary and can even be helpful, motivating action.
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Focus on Courage
Focus on courage and discipline to navigate challenging situations.
Remember the saying: “The world is a narrow bridge, and the important thing is to not be afraid.”
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On today’s episode, Ryan talks about the importance of courage in the face of great peril—and the distinction between being scared and being afraid. It's especially relevant in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.Read the original article here: https://ryanholiday.net/the-important-thing-is-to-not-be-afraid/We’ve made a Four Virtues medallion commemorating courage along with the other Four Stoic Virtues. Get yours at https://geni.us/FourVirtuesThis episode is brought to you by Thrive Market, an online marketplace where you can get over 6000 products, whether it's pantry staples, food, wine, and other groceries, or cleaning products, vitamins, or even bath and body products. They have products for any diet or value system, whether it's vegan, non-GMO, paleo, keto, kosher, halal, non-FODMAP, and more. Visit https://thrivemarket.com/stoic to get 25% off your order today.
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