Columnist, stoic philosopher and host of “The Daily Stoic” podcast. His books include; “The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph” “Stillness is the Key.” Most recently he’s the author of “ Courage is Calling: Fortune Favors the Brave”
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