How Stoicism Can Help You Be Brave (7 Practical Tips)

In a world in which fear runs rampant—when people would rather stand on the sidelines than speak out against injustice, go along with convention than bet on themselves, and turn a blind eye to the ugly realities of modern life—we need courage more than ever. We need the courage of whistleblowers and risk takers. We need the courage of activists and adventurers. We need the courage of writers who speak the truth—and the courage of leaders to listen.

We need you to step into the arena and fight.

00:00 Intro
00:59 1. Believe In Yourself
01:48 2. Break It Down With Logic
02:15 3. Stop Worrying About Other's Opinion
03:22 4. Be OK With Looking Foolish Or Stupid
04:19 5. Don't Let Things Get In The Way
05:06 6. Ask Yourself "If Not Me Then Who?"
06:03 7. Be Disciplined

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[guitarofwar]

Hi Ryan, I've never commented on youtube and I don't know if you'll read this but I just wanted to let you know something. I went through the roughest period of my entire life in the last few months. My life completely fell apart due to circumstances that I had no control over and I almost went homeless. I watched your videos every day and they were the light that helped me escape from nihilism, meaninglessness and completely giving up. I've found a new home now and I am continuing my Master's Degree and will not give up. I know you've helped so many people out there but the principles you espouse and preach have changed my life and will stay with me forever so from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

[timcisneros]

After renting our entire lives in the San Francisco Bay Area my wife and I bought a piece of land 750 miles away in the mountains of another state. I've been working on it for the past 6 years. I raised our Timber Frame cabin last October 2020 from lumber I milled myself. Put the roof on in May 2021. About ready (next week) to haul my new (to me) Massey Ferguson Industrial tractor to the property. Six years ago almost all of my family and friends told me that "you're crazy", "can't be done", your too old (I'm 65), "what are you thinking?" Well, they aren't saying that anymore. I now have a power in me that is unstoppable (other than death!) But I'll tell you something if I die tomorrow I will have lived a life of blessed wonder and left a lasting legacy to my family.

[AhmetKaan]

*To all the dreamers out there, don't ever let the world's negativity disenchant you or your spirit. If you surround yourself with love and right people, ANYTHING is possible...*

[ninjal]

Tomorrow I will have my first public speaking. A webcast event about young people in the work life. I used to be extremely shy and I am still not good when it comes to presentations, I stutter, forget what to say, my heart rate goes up when calling phone calls etc. But I have had practice, first at school, then at my workplace. They called me and asked if I would be interested to be interviewed, I had to tell them to let me think for a little bit. And I thought that I don't really want to do it, but I need to be brave and take it for the experience as this is quite easy thing compared to what I aim to do later in life. I told them yes. I managed job interviews, this is not any more difficult. Just keep calm and it will go just fine. Just got The Daily Stoic book in the mail, thanks for making these videos!

[ajful]

Courage is a prerequisite for a life worth living. The wise man or women, will feel the fear and act in spite of it. To act with courage is ultimately saying a big YES to your life. You have one life. Make it count.

[darrellborland]

That "what would others' think" is a highly toxic aspect of human nature. Stoic Practice helps alleviate that issue. Journaling every day morning and evening is not easy, but courage brings the energy forward, to fail, get up, and continue. There is no time of "I have magically arrived", LOL. Thanks for your important work.

[TheDhammaHub]

The Buddha named "confidence before other people" as one major benefit of his practice and stoicism and Buddhism are pretty similar!

[Mariop]

Don't believe in yourself, believe in the you that believes in himself.

[LA_ZONAST]

Hey Ryan. We are from Colombia and we want to thank you for all of your videos and your advices, it had been helpful to us to stay on the right path and never giving up. Thank you and we wish you the best of lucks!

[johnleahy]

Why isn’t this taught in middle school?
I could have really used this as a kid.
It’s useful life advice.

[mtomat]

I have to fly this Saturday and boy I am scared... gosh! Scared of flying, scared of feeling claustrophobic, scared of having another panic attack, and scared of scaring other people on the plane. And then watching this I realised that I am adding OTHER FEAR on top of my usual fear. If I get claustrophobic or have another panic attack: so be it. And to be honest, who cares about the others for two hours I am on that plane!
So, Ryan, thank you for this.
I really needed this video today... x

[danielholman]

Thank you, Ryan. We can all use a little more courage and I know courage is one of the 4 Stoic virtues.

[comfyinspirations]

My favorite quote that is simple and sweet is "do you." This was so inspirational to watch, thanks for this.

[dotpace]

Yesss! I'm beginning to realize that it's ok to look stupid or dumb..I'm gonna be more interested in learning! I'm definitely getting this book on Courage! Thanks Ryan Holiday! ❤ thanks

[shrishtinarang]

Omg so your Ryan Holiday
& unknowingly I m just following your channel
It's know I came to know it's you
Your books are blessing
You have found divine intelligence
God Bless You

[bjk]

Love you, Ryan. Thank you so much! You are a precious gift! God bless you. I'm going to buy your book for myself, friends, and family.

[timberwolf]

Ryan, this video is one of the best you've produced for Daily Stoic. Please continue.

[carolynmarshall]

🇬🇧 Soo true, I always worry about what other people think, but why? It’s my life!

[quarteracreadventures]

I love Ryan so much- he is helping me become a better person

[JohnSchaeferUNIVERSE]

THANK YOU RYAN,
YOU HELP ME PUSH MYSELF DEEPLY AND EXPLORE THE UNKNOWN