You had a tough time, but you got through it.  Somehow, you came out stronger than before. You doubted yourself and even now you can't believe what you were capable of when times got tough. The Stoics believed that within each and every one of us there is a well of inner resources.   Ready and waiting to be developed, honed and ready when called upon. Listen to today's episode learn more Thanks for tuning in! -...

Hey everyone - today's episode is exactly as the title suggests. A reminder for both the good days and the bad days that you have one life and you're living it right now. Enjoy!  ❤️ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for checking out the podcast - please give us a shout out on social media and you can leave a message via...

On today's episode we look at how the Stoics valued social responsibility, and what that means to you and I in the current global pandemic. “To direct my every action toward what benefits us all and to avoid what doesn’t. If I do all that, then my life should go smoothly. As you might expect a citizen’s life to go—one whose actions serve his fellow citizens, and who embraces the community’s decree.”  - Marcus...

Happy New Year to everyone - 2022 is here! It seems the perfect time to discuss self-improvement alongside self-worth as this time of year brings on a period of reflection.   As we close the door on the year that's passed we begin to turn our attention forwards and decide what changes we want to make to better ourselves. To take steps towards our goals and to becoming the person we wish to be - The best version of ourselves. We discuss some Stoic thoughts on self-improvement and give...

Welcome to this bonus episode of the Stoic Moment Podcast. This episode was recorded shortly after I had been informed that my interview for a promotion at work had been unsuccessful.   I wanted to capture the application of Stoicism in the moment.   The themes I discuss are some of the central Stoic ideas and are hugely transferrable to any challenges or difficulties that you may be going through right now. It's a demonstration of Stoicism in action - as Epictetus said, turning words in...

Welcome back!!! This is the third and final instalment of our 'Journey of Zeno' series.   The life of the founder of Stoicism is full of examples that are absolutely relevant to our modern times.   Dealing with the unexpected Turning adversity in to opportunity Finding your true calling I'm sure you can relate... (Side note - apologies for the wait between episodes.  This one has been written for quite a while but I've been on my own journey of turning adversity in to opportunity so...

Gavin here, welcome to another episode of the Stoic Moment Podcast! Episode 2 on the journey of Stoicism's founder, Zeno.   We look at the events which happened after Zeno's arrival in Athens and how a chance encounter would lead him to finding his philosophical mentor. As always, the historic events still provide us with so much contemporary guidance.   The adversity Zeno faced and more importantly, the choices he made in the aftermath were the moments that shaped history.   Thank you...

Hi everyone, Gavin here, on today’s episode we discuss Zeno and the events which occurred which would lead him to becoming the founder of Stoic philosophy. There’s a takeaway message for all of us about those moments in life when the unexpected happens and how we can make the best of bad situations. Thank you for checking out the podcast - please give us a shout out on social media and you can leave a message via www.anchor.fm/stoicmoment or DM us on Instagram or Twitter - WE'D LOVE TO HEAR...

Welcome back! In our new episode we consider the following questions: What's the difference between stagnation and 'non-change'? If we aren't moving forwards does that mean we are moving backwards? What did the Stoics think about moments and periods without change? How can you make progress? How can you stay the course? Thank you for checking out the podcast - please give us a shout out on social media and You can leave a message via www.anchor.fm/stoicmoment or DM us on Instagram...

Welcome to season two of the Stoic Moment Podcast! In this episode we look at one of Seneca's Moral Letters: 'On the Lesson to be Drawn from the Burning of Lyons.' We use Seneca's works to introduce the Stoic concept of Premeditatio Malorum; a means of preparing for adversity and strengthening ourselves for challenging times. "All the works of mortal man have been doomed to the laws of mortality, and in the midst of things which have been destined to die, we live!" - Seneca Thank you for...

Happy International Yoga Day Today's special episode features the show's first guest; a great friend of mine, fellow thinker and physiotherapist, and certified Yoga instructor, Keith Finn In celebration of today Keith and I met to discuss the relationship between what's frequently referred to as the three pillars of wellbeing: physical, mental and spiritual The Stoics understood the importance of valuing yourself mentally and physically.  They regularly spoke of how important it is for you...

“The universe made rational creatures for the sake of each other, with an eye toward mutual benefit based on true value and never for harm.” - Marcus Aurelius. In this episode we discuss the Stoic concept of 'Sympatheia': the interconnectedness of humans, everywhere.   We relate its relevance to Men's Mental Health week (14 - 21st June) and also bring Buddhist meditation in to the idea of fostering goodwill and kindness to everyone. Thank you for checking out the podcast - please give us a...

On today's show we begin to look at the Stoic idea of exploring and questioning our perceptions. This is a hugely significant concept in Stoic philosophy and would be impossible to cover in a single episode.   Today's show provides us with a starting point on this fundamental concept of Stoicism and features many of the quotes from Epictetus' teachings on the subject. "Don’t let the force of an impression when it first hit you knock you off your feet; just say to it: Hold on a moment; let...

Hi everyone, Gavin here. Today's episode came about following a conversation I had with someone recently.  They were talking about how hurt they were that a gesture they had made for someone in the past that went unappreciated and instead of receiving praise they were left feeling criticized and disappointed.  It turned out this event happened about 25 (TWENTY FIVE!) years ago and it struck me that this person had been carrying this feeling within them for such a long time they hadn't...

What are your absolutes? The things that make up your day, your week, your month, your year that you absolutely must do. In today’s show we seek to look inwards, to try and honestly identify what our absolutes are, and what they say about us. Thank you for checking out the podcast - please give us a shout out on social media and get in touch if there's more you want to know about in future episodes - Gavin Please check us out on social media: Search Stoic Moment Podcast on Instagram,...

On today's episode we take a deeper look at a specific quote from Marcus Aurelius' Meditations - Book 10.3.  "Everything that happens is either endurable, or not..." The past year has forced us to face and endure so much more than we could ever have imagined.   We've pulled strength from places we didn't know existed.  We are still here.  We have endured.   Thanks for listening - Gavin. For more information check us out at: Instagram: @stoicmoment Facebook: Stoic Moment Podcast -...

Blink...and it's gone!  Today's show is all about TIME.  Is our time really so limited or do we waste much of it?  We consider what Seneca and Marcus Aurelius had to say on the subject and use that as a prompt for us to examine our time and use it more intentionally.  Thanks for listening - Gavin.  For more information check us out at:  Instagram: @stoicmoment  Facebook: Stoic Moment Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/The-Stoic-Moment-Podcast-110767034413970 Anchor:...

"Sometimes even to live is an act of courage" - Seneca Welcome to the Stoic Moment Podcast, episode 4. Today's show is all about courage.  In the face of adversity, in spite of all of life's troubles, especially the ones we've all had to face in one way or another during the COVID 19 pandemic, how do you stay courageous?   A simple act of bravery can change your day and those around you.   Like Marcus Aurelius said, "Just that you do the right thing.  The rest doesn't matter." For more...

Welcome to episode three! Today's show is all about ACTION! The final episode of three introducing you to the Stoic idea of understanding what we can and can't control. Episodes one-three discuss what I call 'The Three A's' - Acknowledge - Accept - Action One of Stoicism's most prominent figures, Marcus Aurelius spoke of action in this way: “Concentrate every minute like a Roman— like a man— on doing what’s in front of you with precise and genuine seriousness, tenderly, willingly, with...

In today's show we discuss how we can learn to accept the fact that we can't control much of what happens to us BUT in doing so we gain a Stoic superpower!  AMOR FATI!  LOVE YOUR FATE!  Instead of wasting our time feeling hurt by what hasn't gone the way we wanted we can accept it and invest our energy in to embracing what has happened, by turning it into an opportunity for growth. An ancient idea that remains more relevant than ever for us in our modern lives. Please check us out...

Welcome to episode one of the Stoic Moment podcast! In today’s show we make a start with one of the core principles of Stoic philosophy; an idea that underpins acceptance and guides us toward positive action - the dichotomy of control. Drawing influence from the ancient art of Stoicism and finding out it can help us here, in our modern lives. Please check our social media for more info and regular updates: Instagram/stoicmoment. Youtube:...