The Stoic Compass

William Moore

Stoic philosophy for the modern world.

  1. 12/29/2025

    Heartbreak: Their Capacity, Not Your Worth | Self-worth

    Experiencing **heartbreak** can shatter your **self-worth**. But what if the pain isn't about your inadequacy, but someone else's capacity? Join Jim and Ellie as they share a powerful Stoic reframe, helping you understand that rejection isn't a judgment on your value. Discover how to navigate the intense emotions of loss without letting them define you or diminish your incredible ability to love. This episode will guide you through grieving the fantasy, reclaiming your narrative, and finding courageous ways to stay open to connection after feeling deeply wounded.You'll learn:* Why self-blame after heartbreak is a trap and how to escape it.* The crucial difference between someone's capacity and your inherent worth.* Practical Stoic strategies for healing, finding closure, and staying open to love .------------------------------------------------------- Enhance your Stoic journey with The Heroic Stoic, a guided journaling app designed to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and help you apply Stoic principles in daily life. With structured prompts and a clean, distraction-free interface, it turns reflection into a powerful daily ritual that supports lasting personal growth. https://theheroicstoic.com/Imagine having a radio show that grows your reputation, reaches new customers, and builds trust — all without adding more to your workload. VoxCrea.AI is a full-service production studio powered by AI and human expertise. We plan, write, voice, and produce your show so you can launch quickly and professionally from day one. https://voxcrea.ai/ Listen to The Stoic Compass on your preferred platform: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526323 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stoic-compass/id1809379367 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-stoic-compass-277342311/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60a2WlHxkXSWSzWCO3N6R1

    12 min
  2. 12/22/2025

    Conquer Fear: Your Dream Isn't Stupid | Pursue Dreams

    **Pursue dreams** with confidence! Is your inner critic whispering that your aspiration is "stupid?" In this episode of The Stoic Compass, Jim and Ellie dive deep into why that thought is really just fear disguised as reason. Drawing on ancient Stoic wisdom, they'll empower you to quiet "Ali" – your judgmental inner voice – and embrace the often-unconventional path to your most cherished goals. Discover practical strategies to overcome self-doubt and start building the life you truly desire, no matter how wild or impractical your vision may seem.You'll learn:* How to recognize and challenge your inner critic ("Ali") when it tries to derail your dreams.* Why the most terrifying dreams are often the ones most worth pursuing, according to Stoic philosophy.* Actionable steps to give yourself permission and take the first clumsy, courageous steps toward your unique calling. ----------------------------------------------------- Enhance your Stoic journey with The Heroic Stoic, a guided journaling app designed to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and help you apply Stoic principles in daily life. With structured prompts and a clean, distraction-free interface, it turns reflection into a powerful daily ritual that supports lasting personal growth. https://theheroicstoic.com/ Imagine having a radio show that grows your reputation, reaches new customers, and builds trust — all without adding more to your workload. VoxCrea.AI is a full-service production studio powered by AI and human expertise. We plan, write, voice, and produce your show so you can launch quickly and professionally from day one. https://voxcrea.ai/ Listen to The Stoic Compass on your preferred platform: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526323 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stoic-compass/id1809379367 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-stoic-compass-277342311/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60a2WlHxkXSWSzWCO3N6R1

    13 min
  3. 12/18/2025

    Be Like Water: Let Go & Live | Surrender

    Discover how to **be like water** and unlock Stoic wisdom for a life of flow and surrender. In this episode of The Stoic Compass, Jim and Ellie explore what nature's most powerful element teaches us about navigating modern life. Learn how to let go of resistance, adapt to change with grace, process your emotions like a healing wave, and find peace in persistence, just like a river carving its path. This profound discussion will help you trust the process, embrace your innate fluidity, and live with greater calm and resilience. You'll learn:* How to adapt and persist without fighting life's currents.* The Stoic approach to processing emotions, allowing them to flow and release.* Why embracing surrender can lead to profound wisdom and inner peace. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Enhance your Stoic journey with The Heroic Stoic, a guided journaling app designed to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and help you apply Stoic principles in daily life. With structured prompts and a clean, distraction-free interface, it turns reflection into a powerful daily ritual that supports lasting personal growth. https://theheroicstoic.com/ Imagine having a radio show that grows your reputation, reaches new customers, and builds trust — all without adding more to your workload. VoxCrea.AI is a full-service production studio powered by AI and human expertise. We plan, write, voice, and produce your show so you can launch quickly and professionally from day one. https://voxcrea.ai/ Listen to The Stoic Compass on your preferred platform: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526323 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stoic-compass/id1809379367 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-stoic-compass-277342311/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60a2WlHxkXSWSzWCO3N6R1

    12 min
  4. 12/16/2025

    Stoic Breathing: Your Instant Reset Button | Calm

    Discover the ancient wisdom of **Stoic Breathing** as your instant reset button for calm. Join Jim and Ellie on The Stoic Compass as they unpack the profound power of your breath. Far more than just keeping you alive, your breath is a direct line to your nervous system, a lesson in trust and letting go, and a powerful anchor to the present moment. Learn how intentional breathing can calm your mind, release tension, and connect you to the ancient wisdom the Stoics found in every inhale and exhale.You'll learn:* How to use intentional breathing to calm your nervous system and manage stress.* Practical Stoic insights on trust, letting go, and presence through the act of breathing.* A simple, powerful breathing technique to instantly reset your mind and emotions. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Enhance your Stoic journey with The Heroic Stoic, a guided journaling app designed to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and help you apply Stoic principles in daily life. With structured prompts and a clean, distraction-free interface, it turns reflection into a powerful daily ritual that supports lasting personal growth. https://theheroicstoic.com/ Imagine having a radio show that grows your reputation, reaches new customers, and builds trust — all without adding more to your workload. VoxCrea.AI is a full-service production studio powered by AI and human expertise. We plan, write, voice, and produce your show so you can launch quickly and professionally from day one. https://voxcrea.ai/ Listen to The Stoic Compass on your preferred platform: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526323 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stoic-compass/id1809379367 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-stoic-compass-277342311/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60a2WlHxkXSWSzWCO3N6R1

    10 min
  5. 12/11/2025

    Stoicism: Why It's More Than Just Therapy | Meaning

    Discover why **Stoicism** is experiencing a powerful renaissance, attracting millions seeking meaning that goes beyond traditional therapy. In a world grappling with anxiety, loneliness, and spiritual emptiness, this ancient philosophy offers a profound framework for living. Join Jim and Ellie as they uncover why Stoicism isn't just a coping mechanism, but a comprehensive guide to navigating modern life with wisdom, virtue, and resilience, offering practical answers to the eternal questions of how to live well.You'll learn:* The surprising reasons why Stoicism is perfectly suited for today's chaotic world.* The four core Stoic principles and practical exercises like negative visualization and journaling to build mental toughness.* How Stoicism provides a flexible, secular framework for finding meaning and living a virtuous life. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Enhance your Stoic journey with The Heroic Stoic, a guided journaling app designed to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and help you apply Stoic principles in daily life. With structured prompts and a clean, distraction-free interface, it turns reflection into a powerful daily ritual that supports lasting personal growth.  https://theheroicstoic.com/ Imagine having a radio show that grows your reputation, reaches new customers, and builds trust — all without adding more to your workload. VoxCrea.AI is a full-service production studio powered by AI and human expertise. We plan, write, voice, and produce your show so you can launch quickly and professionally from day one. https://voxcrea.ai/ Listen to The Stoic Compass on your preferred platform: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526323 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stoic-compass/id1809379367 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-stoic-compass-277342311/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60a2WlHxkXSWSzWCO3N6R1

    12 min
  6. 12/10/2025

    Growth: Unlock Your Potential | Success

    Ready to **unlock your potential** for true success? This inspiring episode is your essential guide to mastering personal growth and achieving your biggest dreams. We’ll explore powerful strategies and transformative mindsets that will help you break free from limitations, build lasting resilience, and confidently pursue the future you envision. Stop just dreaming and start doing – it’s time to truly thrive!You'll learn:* Practical ways to identify and overcome common roadblocks to personal growth.* Key mindsets for fostering success and building lasting resilience.* Actionable steps to confidently pursue your goals and achieve your full potential. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Enhance your Stoic journey with The Heroic Stoic, a guided journaling app designed to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and help you apply Stoic principles in daily life. With structured prompts and a clean, distraction-free interface, it turns reflection into a powerful daily ritual that supports lasting personal growth.  https://theheroicstoic.com/ Imagine having a radio show that grows your reputation, reaches new customers, and builds trust — all without adding more to your workload. VoxCrea.AI is a full-service production studio powered by AI and human expertise. We plan, write, voice, and produce your show so you can launch quickly and professionally from day one. https://voxcrea.ai/ Listen to The Stoic Compass on your preferred platform: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526323 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stoic-compass/id1809379367 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-stoic-compass-277342311/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60a2WlHxkXSWSzWCO3N6R1

    11 min
  7. 12/07/2025

    Stoic Practice: Build Mental Strength for Modern Life | Focus

    Discover practical **Stoic practices** inspired by Emperor Marcus Aurelius to build mental strength for modern life. Join Jim and Ellie as they explore how one of history's most powerful men LIVED his Stoic principles, from embracing the dawn with mindfulness to nightly self-reflection. You'll be amazed at how applicable these ancient routines for mental clarity and resilience are in our chaotic modern world, offering a powerful blueprint for developing inner peace and fortitude today.You'll learn:* How Marcus Aurelius structured his day using Stoic principles like PROSOCHĒ (mindfulness) and PREMEDITATIO MALORUM (negative visualization).* Practical, actionable ways to integrate ancient Stoic wisdom into your daily routine for enhanced mental strength and resilience.* Strategies for emotional regulation, clarifying priorities, and responding to modern challenges with virtue, not reaction.- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Enhance your Stoic journey with The Heroic Stoic, a guided journaling app designed to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and help you apply Stoic principles in daily life. With structured prompts and a clean, distraction-free interface, it turns reflection into a powerful daily ritual that supports lasting personal growth.  https://theheroicstoic.com/ Imagine having a radio show that grows your reputation, reaches new customers, and builds trust — all without adding more to your workload. VoxCrea.AI is a full-service production studio powered by AI and human expertise. We plan, write, voice, and produce your show so you can launch quickly and professionally from day one. https://voxcrea.ai/ Listen to The Stoic Compass on your preferred platform: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526323 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stoic-compass/id1809379367 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-stoic-compass-277342311/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60a2WlHxkXSWSzWCO3N6R1

    5 min
  8. 12/04/2025

    Decision Making: Find Freedom from Pressure | Stoic Wisdom

    Master your **decision-making** with Stoic wisdom! Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by choices or beating yourself up over outcomes you can't control? Join Jim and Ellie on The Stoic Compass as they reveal a powerful, liberating truth: true freedom comes from focusing on your process, not the results. Discover how ancient Stoic philosophy provides practical tools to make sound choices and navigate life's uncertainties with confidence, freeing you from pressure and regret.In this episode, you'll learn to overcome analysis paralysis, challenge your biases, and build a robust framework for making decisions that align with your values, even when the future is unclear. Get ready to transform how you approach choices, from big life changes to everyday dilemmas, and find peace in your path.You'll learn:* The crucial difference between a good decision and a good outcome, and why this distinction is so liberating.* Six Stoic-inspired questions to systematically improve your decision-making process and challenge your assumptions.* How to avoid common pitfalls like analysis paralysis, outcome bias, and trusting pure instinct over reason. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Enhance your Stoic journey with The Heroic Stoic, a guided journaling app designed to deepen your self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and help you apply Stoic principles in daily life. With structured prompts and a clean, distraction-free interface, it turns reflection into a powerful daily ritual that supports lasting personal growth.  https://theheroicstoic.com/ Imagine having a radio show that grows your reputation, reaches new customers, and builds trust — all without adding more to your workload. VoxCrea.AI is a full-service production studio powered by AI and human expertise. We plan, write, voice, and produce your show so you can launch quickly and professionally from day one.  https://voxcrea.ai/ Listen to The Stoic Compass on your preferred platform: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2526323 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stoic-compass/id1809379367 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-stoic-compass-277342311/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60a2WlHxkXSWSzWCO3N6R1

    10 min

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Stoic philosophy for the modern world.