One of the biggest struggles I have faced as a budding Stoic is trying to balance the philosophy of Stoicism with the theory of Hedonism. A gentleman I worked with that sat right next to me tested my stoic nature every day. He had the nickname “Big Chillin’” as he was known to cruise through…… Continue reading Do we eat cake now, or eat cake later?
Category: Jocko Inspired
I found the shortcut you’ve been looking for.
There is a harsh truth that hits like a ton of bricks once you find it. We, as humans, spend so much time researching, reading, plotting, thinking, and speaking about the things we want to do. Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.Marcus Aurelius – Meditations Things we…… Continue reading I found the shortcut you’ve been looking for.
Keepin’ my promises.
Always tell the truth; swallowing your pride gets easier.
Falling off the Wagon
While I don’t plan to give in, if I do, I won’t beat myself up over it, I won’t let it last two weeks before I get back on track. I’ll simply say “good.”
Fatman to Batman 