The Road to a Happy Life

This episode uses animals as a reminder to return to the present moment. Hadot and Marcus Aurelius show that life is lived only in the now, where we can think clearly, act justly, and avoid adding needless disturbance to events. Animals offer a simple model of presence: they don' ...  Show more

This episode explores conversation and kindness as forms of care for the soul. Socrates saw dialogue as essential to self-knowledge, a way of bringing hidden thoughts into the open and examining them honestly. Phil Hammond’s story of kindness as “the most powerful drug” adds a pr ...  Show more

A guided version of the Stoic daily mindful review, the practice of looking back over your day with honest eyes. You move through your thoughts, emotions, speech and actions, not to beat yourself up, but to see clearly where you acted well and where you would do it differently.I ...  Show more

A short guided morning meditation built on Marcus Aurelius and Seneca. You will notice thoughts as they arrive, make room for what the day may bring, and return attention to the one moment you can actually use. I practise this to start the day with a steadier head. It will not fi ...  Show more

A meditation designed to help you cultivate inner strength, resilience, and peace of mind. Inspired by the wisdom of Stoic philosophers like Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus, this meditation will guide you through reflections on co ...

In this episode, we explore the timeless wisdom of Stoic philosophy and its profound lessons on navigating change. Discover how ancient principles can help you adapt, persevere, and thrive in the face of adversity. We'll unpack key concepts of resilience, decision-making, and str ...  Show more