Ryan Holiday - How to Say No, Do Hard Things, & Create Space For Yourself

Today we're sitting down for the fourth time with Ryan Holiday. Ryan Holiday is one of the world’s bestselling living philosophers. He has authored books like The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, The Daily Stoic, and the #1 New York Times bestseller Stillness Is the Key. He joins us for a conversation surrounding success, creating boundaries, and how to differentiate between ego and confidence. We also discuss how to audit your life and learn to say no, how to simplify your productivity, and know when it's time to take a pause.

✨ Chapters:
[00:00] Transitioning from a 'Yes' person to a 'No' person in your career
[01:44] Visual reminders to say 'no'
[02:43] Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Family
[12:33] Challenges of Saying No and Setting Clear Boundaries
[15:01] Importance of Prioritizing and Streamlining Choices
[18:07] Owning Your Online Presence and Finding Balance in Saying Yes and No
[23:52] The Importance of Consistency and Long-Term Commitment
[28:41] Taking a Risk and Turning Down an Opportunity
[29:48] Navigating Success and Avoiding Complacency
[38:02] Maintaining Personal Integrity and Standards in Content Creation
[40:22] Navigating Feedback and Maintaining Authenticity
[42:25] Staying True to Your Authentic Voice
[43:06] Content creators prioritizing audience over authenticity
[43:32] Discussion on the Cardinal Virtues of Stoicism
[44:26] The Importance of Being a Good Person
[56:42] Fulfillment beyond material wealth
[1:01:02] Choosing a Path with a Lower Ceiling
[1:01:26] Reevaluating Success and Choosing Personal Fulfillment
[1:04:53] Defining Success on Your Own Terms
[1:06:45] Reflections on Fatherhood and Personal Growth
[1:10:03] Reflections on History and Its Impact on Current Events


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