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The Strong Stoic Podcast

Brandon Tumblin

The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics while bringing together different philosophies, sciences, and perspectives.

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#331 - Where's the Music?

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/08/27

Life has its ups and downs, with moments of chaos and moments of peace. It's important to remember that these phases are temporary and that everything in life is impermanent. In the midst of chaos, it can be difficult to believe that things will get better, but reminding ourselves that 'this too shall pass' can provide comfort and perspective.Similarly, in times of peace and happiness, it's important to appreciate and not take for granted the good times, as they too will eventually pass. Slowing

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#330 - On the Heaviness of Life

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/08/20

Today, I dive deep into a powerful episode about the baggage we accumulate as we move through life. It’s all too easy to feel weighed down by our burdens, making it difficult to express our true selves and embrace vulnerability. But here’s the transformative truth: the antidote to this heaviness lies in strength—both physical and emotional.I explore how developing our strength allows us to navigate life’s challenges with grace and confidence. We are reminded that each of us is a divine being,

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18:20

#329 - The Importance of Managing Emotions

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/08/13

In this episode, I explore the importance of managing emotions and their impact on our lives. Emotions are a key part of human development and influence us throughout our journey. I discuss Stoic teachings that highlight the need to process and control our emotional responses.I also delve into how community and society shape our emotional reactions and set standards for behavior. I'll emphasize the importance of aligning our emotions with our values and using reason to guide our actions. Join me for

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15:47

#328 - The Appeal of Bitterness and Resentment in Pain

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/07/24

In this episode, I reflect on the concept of finding enjoyment in pain and suffering. Drawing from Dostoevsky's Notes from Underground, I explore the idea that complaining and moaning about pain can provide a strange sense of satisfaction. We'll delve into how people often spread their pain to others, appealing to bitterness and resentment.I'll discuss the different ways we can respond to pain: suffering in silence, expressing pain honestly without complaining, and seeking support from others

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19:48

#327 - Being Harsh on Yourself

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/07/16

The episode explores the idea of being harsh with oneself as a means of self-improvement. It discusses the concept of sin and salvation from a Stoic perspective, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's own faults and shortcomings.The episode highlights the contrast between the Stoic philosophy and the modern idea of self-acceptance and avoiding self-criticism. It emphasizes the need to hold oneself to a high standard and be willing to feel bad when one falls short. The episode also touches

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19:51

#326 - The Importance of Challenges in Life

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/07/09

Join me in this episode as we explore the vital role challenges play in our personal growth journey. Discover how embracing challenges as opportunities can lead to profound self-discovery, resilience, and character development. I'll share insights on voluntary challenges and how they can bring meaning and fulfillment to our lives. Get ready to unlock your full potential and embark on a transformative journey towards a more purposeful existence.Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The

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#325 - Patriotism as a Stoic

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/07/02

Pride is often seen as a negative trait, associated with excessive ego and hubris. However, there are different meanings and contexts for pride. Excessive pride stems from the belief that one is the center of the universe, while pride in one's work or country means upholding certain standards and values. Being a patriot means taking pride in one's country while recognizing our shared humanity. It is important to differentiate between pride and being prideful, as the former involves living up to the

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15:55

#324 - Now is Always the Exception

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/06/25

In this episode, I dive deep into the concept of procrastination and how it impacts our ability to live a fulfilling life. I emphasize the importance of embracing the present moment and acting with virtue. We all have a sense of what it means to live a good life, yet often struggle to consistently align our actions with those values. Drawing inspiration from Seneca, I explore how procrastination robs us of the present and the chance to be our best selves.Find this episode

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#323 - You're Gonna Be Fine

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/06/18

This episode explores the idea of living in the present moment and not worrying about the future. It emphasizes the Stoic philosophy of accepting and bearing whatever comes our way. I discuss how we often suffer more in imagination than in reality and how we can endure and manage difficult situations in the present moment. I also touch on the fear of death and the importance of being present and grateful for the current moment.Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic

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17:20

#322 - The Only Way to Avoid Criticism

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/06/11

This episode explores the fear of criticism and the impact it has on people's lives. It emphasizes the idea that criticism is inevitable and that trying to avoid it by doing nothing is not a fulfilling way to live. This episode encourages listeners to be courageous and true to themselves, even if it means facing criticism. It also highlights the importance of being genuine and authentic in order to form meaningful connections with others.This episode is also available on YouTube.Transcripts can be

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17:55

#321 - Extreme Ownership as a Stoic

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/06/04

In this episode, I discuss Jocko Willink's idea of Extreme Ownership, and whether or not it is a Stoic principle.This episode is also available on YouTube.Transcripts can be found on Substack: https://strongstoic.substack.com/Find this episode on:https://linktr.ee/Strongstoic The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics aimed at

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#320 - Being More Than A Hero (The Dark Knight)

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/05/28

From the time we first open our eyes and are able to perceive colours, we are fascinated with heroes. Children may not understand the philosophy or psychology of a hero, yet they can easily become encapsulated by the virtuous acts of other people. Batman happens to be one that many get drawn into.But Batman is no ordinary hero. In fact, one may be challenged to call him a hero at all. He is a dark individual, suffering from the loss of his parents. He also blurs the lines quite often, killing being

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13:51

#319 - How to Feel Stoic Joy

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/05/21

This episode explores the concept of joy in Stoicism and its relationship with Epicureanism. The host discusses how joy is often misunderstood in Stoic philosophy and clarifies that it is not about constant cheerfulness but rather about fully accepting and finding gratitude in every aspect of life. The episode also touches on the importance of practicing gratitude, focusing on the present moment, and finding joy in the little things.This episode is also available on YouTube.Transcripts can be found

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#318 - Confronting Self-Deception for Personal Growth

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/05/14

In this episode, Brandon explores the idea that we often lie to ourselves about why we act in certain toxic ways. He discusses how we attribute our emotions and reactions to external circumstances, when in reality, they are a result of our own choices.Brandon emphasizes the importance of accepting the tough realities of life and not using external factors as excuses for our behaviour. He encourages taking responsibility for our emotions and responses and striving for eudaimonia, or optimal

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#317 - Sharon Lebell: Finding Agency in Life's Chaos

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/05/07

Sharon Lebell is a bestselling author, speaker, composer, and performing musician. She wrote The Art of Living: The Classical Manual on Virtue, Happiness, and Effectiveness, which is a book I highly recommend.In this episode, Sharon and I discuss the adventures of our lives, how to deal with the pleasant times and unpleasant times, the difference between action, thought, and intention, how to be empathetic, and more. We centre the conversation around Sam’s speech from The Lord of the Rings: The Two

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16:06

#316 - Chaos and Order in Daily Life

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/04/30

The concept of Chaos and Order is associated with Taoism. It’s rather simple: life is divided between Chaos and Order. Too much Chaos is bad, and too much Order is bad. This is a Stoic podcast, sure, but there is much that we can gain by understanding this concept. And there may actually be more overlap than you think.How can the concept of Chaos and Order be understood through a Stoic lens? And how can we implement this idea in our daily life?This episode is also available on YouTube.Transcripts

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#315 - Award-Winning Musician Mike Ryan | Music,...

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/04/23

Mike Ryan is an award-winning professional musician, songwriter, studio owner, and author from my home province of Nova Scotia (that’s up in Canada, eh). He also hosts a podcast, the Mike and Kristen Podcast, with his wife, Kristen Herrington, who appeared on the Strong Stoic last year on Episode #249.In this episode, Mike and I discuss music, and the role it plays in our lives. We also talk enjoying the process on the road to success, collaborations, cold plunging, Tom Petty, our experiences being

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#314 - Managing Jealousy as a Stoic

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/04/16

Jealousy: we all feel it, have felt it, have grappled with it, and know that it’s toxic. There are arguments about whether anger is a useful emotion. The Stoics say “no” while many other philosophers say “sometimes”.Jealousy, however, is very rarely considered in a positive light at all. Hence, when we feel jealousy, it’s not usually because we want to feel it. It feels outside of our control, so we just sit in it. But is it outside of our control, or can we alleviate this toxic

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#313 - Olympic Skater Mark Tuitert: The Stoic Mindset

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/04/09

Mark is a gold-medal Olympic speed skater. He won gold at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. He is also the author of The Stoic Mindset: Living the 10 Principles of Stoicism, which will be released in Canada and the USA on April 9th (yes, that’s today!).In this episode, we talk about balancing hard work with enjoying life, courage in performance, luck and providence, and much more. Mark was a pleasure to speak with and I hope this episode proves useful.You can find Mark

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21:02

#312 - On Wasted Time

The Strong Stoic Podcast ·

2024/04/02

Seneca’s very first chapter in Letters From a Stoic is titled “On the Use of Time”. Time is something that is very paradoxical in the sense that we never feel like we have enough, yet our lives are longer than anything else we will do. Put another way, our days are often long while our days are short.Another curious thing about time is that we all have the same amount everyday - 24 hours - yet we all use it in different ways. Some of us use it for productivity, others for pleasure, and yet others

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