5 episodes

In each episode you and I explore the deep wisdom of Stoic philosophy and identify practical, easy to apply ways to experience a better, happier, and more fulfilling life. You'll discover powerful life affirming insights from Stoic philosophers such as Epictetus, Seneca, and Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.

Stoic Sunshine Stephen Carter

    • Society & Culture

In each episode you and I explore the deep wisdom of Stoic philosophy and identify practical, easy to apply ways to experience a better, happier, and more fulfilling life. You'll discover powerful life affirming insights from Stoic philosophers such as Epictetus, Seneca, and Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.

    How Embracing Difficulties Strenghens You - Marcus Aurelius Ep5

    How Embracing Difficulties Strenghens You - Marcus Aurelius Ep5

    In this episode we hear wisdom from Marcus Aurelius who tells us:

    "Your strength is revealed in challenging times; embrace difficulties as opportunities for growth and resilience."

    Discover the important reason why embracing difficulties is so important for growth and resilence.
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    Host:

    Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com

    Technical information:

    Recorded with Twisted Wave. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: BY.
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    Key words:

    stoic, stoicism, Greek Philosophy, Marcus Aurelius,

    • 2 min
    Seneca on Live for This Day Compared to Two Bible Verses - Ep4

    Seneca on Live for This Day Compared to Two Bible Verses - Ep4

    In this episode you and I consider the deeper implications of Stoic wisdowm from Seneca who tells us:

    "Begin at once to live and count each separate day as a separate life."

    We look at similar guidance provided in the Bible's Old and New Testaments:

    Proverbs 27 Verse 1: "Boast not of thyself tomorrow": a man cannot promise or assure himself, that he shall have a morrow, and therefore it is great weakness and folly to be anxiously thoughtful about it."

    Matthew 6 Verse 25: "Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself..."
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    Host:

    Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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    Technical information:

    Recording and initial edits done with Audacity. Other edits with Levelator and Hush.
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    • 3 min
    How Important is Kindness in Stoic Living? Ep3

    How Important is Kindness in Stoic Living? Ep3

    In this episode you and I explore the role of kindness in stoic living with attention to what Seneca tells us about this mindset and behavior.


    Host:

    Stephen Carter, CEO of Stress Solutions, LLC. Website: https://www.EFT-MD.com.

    Contact host: CarterMethod@gmail.com.


    Technical information:

    Recorded and first edits on Twisted Wave. Additional edits using Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.

    Microphone: Samson G-Track Pro


    Stoic, stoicism, Seneca, Nero, kind, kindness, stoic principles,

    • 4 min
    Are You Easily Triggered? Here's What to Do! Ep2

    Are You Easily Triggered? Here's What to Do! Ep2

    In this episode we look at what Epictetus tells us about why we react to situations we believe are “causing” our emotional pain.

    Key insights from Epictetus include:

    “People are disturbed not by things, but by the views which they take of things.”

    “If someone irritates you, it is only your own response that is irritating you. Therefore, when anyone seems to be provoking you, remember that it is only your judgment of the incident that provokes you.”

    It is not an actual occurrence in the outside world that causes distress. Rather, it is our reaction to that occurrence based on our beliefs.

    You’ll discover exactly how to recognize subconscious beliefs leading to disempowering reactions and then create the mindset to respond from an emotional state of equanimity and balance.


    Host:

    Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC. Website: https://www.EFT-MD.com; Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.

    Technical information:

    Recording DAW: Amadeus Pro; first edits done with Audacity; leveled with Levelator; final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.

    Microphone: EV RE320


    Keywords:

    Epictetus, Stoic, Stoicism, anger, frustration, emotional balance, wisdom,

    • 7 min
    Welcome to the Stoic Sunshine Podcast Ep1

    Welcome to the Stoic Sunshine Podcast Ep1

    Welcome to this premier episode of the “Stoic Sunshine” podcast.

    Whether you’re brand new to Stoicism or you’ve studied the philosophy for years, you’re in great company.

    Many famous leaders have embraced Stoicism as a guiding force in their lives. You’ll meet presidents, leading authors, military heroes, sports legends, and others who use Stoic principles to achieve success. You’ll also discover what’s ahead in future episodes.

    Find the website for the “Stoic Sunshine” podcast at https://www.StoicSunshine.com.


    Host:

    Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC. Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.

    Technical Info:

    Recorded and first edits done with Twisted Wave. Additional edits done with Audacity. Final rendering done with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.

    Microphone: EV RE320.


    Key words:
    stoic, stoicism, Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, Tim Ferris, Admiral Stockdale, Pete Carroll, Teddy Roosevelt, Theodore Roosevelt, Bill Clinton, President Clinton, J.K. Rowling, George Washington, Jefferson,

    • 4 min

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