The Stoic Responder
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Forget About the Joneses
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Forget About the Joneses

E098

“How much time he gains who does not look to see what his neighbor says or does or thinks, but only at what he does himself, to make it just and holy.” – Marcus Aurelius

In This Episode, We Get Stoic About:

The psychological phenomenon known as “conspicuous consumption” happens to everyone from everyday Americans to billionaires.  It happens because, subconsciously, humans look at those around them for confirmation of their social and economic status. Where a peacock fluffs his feathers, we flaunt our “wealth” in the form of houses, cars, clothes, jewelry and other material possessions.

We talk about avoiding this kind of animal brain thinking on today’s podcast. 

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Until Next Time…out of role! 

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The Stoic Responder
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Welcome to The Stoic Responder Podcast. In my law enforcement career, Stoic philosophy provided the mindset edge that was the foundation of my professional success. My mission today is to share those ancient mindset lessons with you so that you can approach your career and life with a tactical advantage live your life with valor.