Start Doing The Right Thing Now with Ryan Holiday (#60)

Jun 7, 2024

Ryan Holiday, a best-selling author and modern Stoic philosopher, dives into the concept of justice as an active pursuit, urging engagement with societal issues like climate change. He explores how individual actions can lead to greater societal good and shares insights from his upcoming book. The discussion touches on balancing artistic integrity with profit pressures, the impact of personal choices on ethics in business, and the importance of genuine connections over mere accomplishments. Through stoicism, Ryan advocates for personal growth and ethical conduct in today's world.

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Individual Actions Matter

Small individual actions, like keeping promises, contribute to the common good.
Conversely, selfish actions, even seemingly small ones, can collectively harm shared resources like the information commons.

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Regulus' Sacrifice

Roman general Regulus chose to return to his captors for execution after failing to negotiate a prisoner exchange.
He prioritized Rome's reputation and future diplomatic relations over his own life.

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Societal Expectations

Societal expectations and gender roles can influence individual behaviors and priorities.
Recognizing and challenging these assumptions is crucial for building equitable relationships.

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Stillness is the Key

Ryan Holiday

In 'Stillness is the Key', Ryan Holiday explores the concept of inner stillness as a universal principle across different philosophical and religious traditions, including Stoicism, Buddhism, Epicureanism, and more. The book is divided into three sections: stillness of the mind, stillness of the spirit, and stillness of the body. Holiday argues that cultivating stillness allows for better decision-making, increased focus, and a more fulfilling life. He uses anecdotes from historical figures and contemporary examples to illustrate the importance of moderation, patience, and self-awareness in achieving this state of stillness.

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Right Thing, Right Now

Justice in an Unjust World

Ryan Holiday

In 'Right Thing, Right Now', Ryan Holiday argues for the necessity of doing what’s right, even when it isn’t easy. He draws on stories of historical figures such as Marcus Aurelius, Florence Nightingale, Jimmy Carter, Gandhi, and Frederick Douglass to illustrate the importance of justice, kindness, honesty, integrity, and loyalty. The book emphasizes that justice is not an abstract concept but a daily practice that shapes one’s character and impacts those around us. Holiday challenges readers to develop their own moral code and uphold it consistently, providing concrete steps and exercises to help incorporate these values into their lives.

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Ego is the Enemy

Ryan Holiday

In *Ego Is the Enemy*, Ryan Holiday delves into the concept of ego and its detrimental effects on personal and professional success. The book is divided into three sections: Aspiration, Success, and Failure, each offering valuable lessons and perspectives. Holiday draws on a vast array of stories and examples from literature, philosophy, and history, featuring figures such as George Marshall, Jackie Robinson, Katharine Graham, Bill Belichick, and Eleanor Roosevelt. These individuals achieved great success by conquering their own egos, and their strategies and tactics are presented as models for readers. The book emphasizes the importance of staying grounded, continually learning, and embracing a mindset of growth rather than letting ego hinder development.

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Fair Pay, Fair Play

Aligning Executive Performance and Pay

Robin Ferracone

Robin Ferracone's "Fair Pay, Fair Play" delves into the complexities of executive compensation, emphasizing the crucial link between pay and performance. The book examines various compensation models, exploring their effectiveness and potential pitfalls. It advocates for a more equitable and transparent approach to executive pay, aligning incentives with overall company success. Ferracone provides practical strategies for designing and implementing effective compensation plans that promote both fairness and performance. The book serves as a valuable resource for executives, board members, and compensation professionals seeking to navigate the challenges of executive compensation in a responsible and effective manner.

Kevin Rose sits down with Ryan Holiday, a best-selling author and modern Stoic philosopher to discuss Stoic virtues, focusing on the importance of justice as a guiding principle for all other virtues. They discuss how individual actions, even small ones, contribute to a greater societal good. Ryan shares insights from his new book, Right Thing, Right Now, which is out June 11th, 2024. Ryan also explains how justice should be viewed as a verb, not a noun, and gives practical applications explaining why. Kevin and Ryan also speak on the challenges of modern information dissemination, audience capture, and maintaining ethical standards in business and personal life.

Guest Bio and Links:

Ryan Holiday is a writer and media strategist renowned for his stoicism and modern philosophy expertise. He had a successful marketing career at American Apparel. He later founded Brass Check, a creative agency that has advised high-profile clients like Google and bestselling authors such as Neil Strauss, Tony Robbins, and Tim Ferriss. Ryan is the author of twelve books, which have sold over two million copies in thirty languages.

Listeners can learn more about Ryan Holiday at his website, on IG @ryanholiday, and on YouTube @DailyStoic

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Show Notes:

* (0:00) Introduction

* (1:00) Plunge: Get $150 off the ultimate cold plunge ice bath

* (2:45) DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web

* (5:30) Right Thing, Right Now out June 11th, 2024

* (5:40) Series on the cardinal virtues

* (6:30) Ryan’s inspiration for his latest book, Right Thing, Right Now

* (9:00) Justice as a virtue

* (12:26) Dram: Try the Kevin Rose Show sparkling drink sampler + 20% off everything

* (13:45) Enjoy 30 Free Guided Meditation Sessions with The Way App

* (15:30) Defining justice as a verb and its practical applications

* (21:10) Harry Truman an example of fairness and justice in everyday decisions

* (28:30) ‘Audience capture’ as an under-discussed problem

* (30:40) “The decision to do what you think is important, even when it's going to be controversial or painful or cost you some money. I don't even think it's a choice for me. That's the obligation of art in any of the forms that you do it.” -R. Holiday

* (41:00) Question: How do you further yourself? How do you start to embody more of these things over time and practice what you preach?

* (44:30) Cost of success and the cost of ‘work-life balance’

* (46:00) Question: Would you ever write a book on relationships?

* (48:00) Breaking down societal assumptions

* (52:20) Difference between a great man and a good one

* (58:45) Amor fati

* (1:03:00) Tribalism explained - politics being the example

* (1:14:10) Takeaways from Right Thing, Right Now

* (1:14:30) “Purpose of life is good character and then acts for the common good.” -M.Strelitz

* (1:17:30) Twitter/X and closing thoughts

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