22 Really Short Rules for a Better Life
Hello friends,
I don’t think it’s a coincidence that Stoicism is having a bit of a moment. For the past ~5 years or so it’s become quite popular. I credit people like Ryan Holliday and Tim Ferris for bringing it (more) into mainstream light.
For 2,000+ years this philosophy keeps making its way into the minds of people. Here are 22 of my favorite (short) rules, from the Daily Stoics List of 50, which you can see here.
Focus on what you can control.
Own the morning.
Think progress, not perfection.
Try to find the good in people.
Never be overheard complaining…even to yourself.
Study the greats.
Find the beauty in ordinary things.
Don’t watch the news.
Pick up trash when you see it.
Don’t look outside yourself for approval.
Try to be different, not better.
Ask: Am I using this technology or is it using me?
See opportunities where others see obstacles.
You don’t have to finish a book if it sucks.
Be perfectly OK with looking clueless / stupid.
How you do anything is how you do everything.
Instead of believing in yourself, generate evidence.
Re-read the best books instead of picking up new ones.
Relax.
Simply make a little progress every day.
Take walks.
Go the f*ck to sleep.
Some of those last few hit home for me. Only made time for 1 walk today. Totally unacceptable. And as I type this out fairly late at night… I’ve received the message on #22.
Until next time, keep growing!