Stoicism, an ancient Greek philosophy, is not just a guide for leading a virtuous and meaningful life; it can also be a roadmap to financial success.

Nearly all the prominent Stoics were well off, from the founder, Zeno, to the most prolific writer of the bunch, Seneca. In fact, you can argue that Stoicism was for wealthy people at the time.

This is why it’s such a popular philosophy today.

We have so many resources at our disposal that we don’t even know what to do with them. We live in a world where boredom is widespread.

Now, here’s the main concern with the pursuit of wealth. If your only reason to acquire money is so you can a fancier car, go on more luxury vacations, and wear better clothes, you’re missing the point.

I believe that Stoicism should (and must) be applied to money because without a Stoic mindset, one will succumb to greed.

In my latest episode, I’ll share a few ways you can get rich without getting greedy.

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I’m very introverted. I truly enjoy (and need) time alone. Too much social contact drains my energy.

One misconception about introverts is that they lack confidence. People falsely assume that we don’t want to be around others for that reason.

In her book, Quiet, psychologist Susan Cain calls that concept the “Extrovert Ideal.” It’s the widespread belief that being outgoing, assertive, and socially proactive makes a person successful. As it turns out, introversion has its own set of strengths and advantages.

According to Cain, some of these strengths include better problem-solving skills, more creativity, empathy, and the ability to work independently.

In my experience, we can all benefit from cultivating the introverted side of us. When we nurture that by spending more time alone, we actually become more self-confident.

We no longer look for external validation. We gain more appreciation for ourselves. More on that in my new article.

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The habit of journaling may seem small and insignificant. “How can writing personal notes in my journal every day do anything for me?” You might ask.

I understand the skepticism. Even I had some doubts in the beginning. But journaling truly can change your life.

Just ask any person who journals. You won’t find a person who says, “Journaling is so-so.”

Everyone who does it loves it.

Since 2015, I have made journaling an integral part of my morning routine, and it has helped me succeed in various areas of my life. I also grew happier.

In this episode, I share four techniques that I keep turning to in my journaling practice.

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I have a love/hate relationship with impatience. 

I love it because it has helped me to accomplish things in my career. When something needs to be done, I do it immediately. I just can't wait.

But that approach is not helpful when it comes to your finances. To build proper wealth, you need patience.

You can read about investing and compounding as much as you want. But unless you don't have the patience to let your money compound, you can never reap the benefits.

This is something I had to learn. To all my fellow impatient-natured people, learn the art of patience. It will help you immensely in life.

Listen to learn more!

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Essentially, making money from your passion is all about solving a problem or need. And getting paid for it. Whether it’s through a product or service, your focus should always be on providing value to your customers.

Look at the Patagonia brand. The founder, Yvon Chouinard, saw a need for high-quality outdoor gear that was environmentally friendly and decided to fill that gap. By focusing on providing value, he was able to build a loyal customer base and become recognized as an industry leader.

In my case, I started writing and publishing free articles on self-improvement that people found to be useful. Eventually, they subscribed to my newsletter. Some folks bought my books and courses, which is how I earn a living.

On this journey of making money, stay authentic.

Your passion is what sets you apart from others in your field. Don’t try to imitate someone else or follow the latest trends just to make money. People are drawn to authenticity, which will help you create a unique brand.

In this episode, I share more about the importance of authenticity.

More tips on making money from your passion:

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The German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche wrote this in his book, The Gay Science, about purpose:

“Gradually, man has become a fantastic animal that has to fulfill one more condition of existence than any other animal: man has to believe, to know, from time to time why he exists; his race cannot flourish without a periodic trust in life–without faith in reason in life.”

Nietzche said that we need to have some kind of trust in life. Just surviving, eating, working, and procreating are not enough.

The purpose is the compass that guides us through life. It’s not about achieving grandiose goals or accumulating material wealth.

It’s about finding fulfillment in what we do and making a difference.

Pre-order The Stoic Path to Wealth

My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.

Learn more: ⁠stoicpathtowealth.com⁠

Smartphones have become an extension of ourselves. We use them for almost everything - from staying connected with friends and family, to managing our schedules and even for entertainment.

A recent study showed that the average person spends around three hours a day on their phone, which adds up to a staggering amount of 45 days a year.

People are glued to their screens most of the time. There’s a constant need to check notifications, scroll through social media feeds, and respond to messages. This isn’t just bad for our mental health. It also distracts us from doing and finishing our work on time.

For the sake of our personal well-being and productivity, we need to reduce the time spent on our phones.

In this episode, I talk about how you can do that.

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My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.

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Worrying is a natural human response to uncertainty. But when we allow our worries to consume our thoughts at all hours of the day, they can quickly become overwhelming.

One effective strategy to manage this is by only giving yourself five minutes to worry and sulk over negative emotions. Call this your 5 minutes of worry time.

Worrying is a natural part of life. We all have things that cause us stress and anxiety, whether it’s work, relationships, or just the daily grind. And sometimes, it can feel overwhelming to try and push those worries away. But having a bit of time to allow ourselves to worry can also be helpful.

So during your 5 minutes of “worry time,” allow yourself to think about all the things that are causing you stress.

Give yourself permission to worry. By acknowledging our worries, we can better manage and control them. But once the time is up, move on to something else.

Listen to this episode to learn more.

Read my article, "Mental Exercises to Help You Tame Stress and Anxiety": https://dariusforoux.com/stress-and-anxiety/

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My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.

Learn more: ⁠stoicpathtowealth.com⁠

In this episode, I share how I dealt with my latest setbacks. I talk about how you can use challenges to learn and adapt. And to come back stronger!

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Combining ancient wisdom with practical investment strategies drawn from analysis of the greatest investors of all time, The Stoic Path to Wealth will teach you how to:

• cultivate an investing edge by managing your emotions and developing your unique skills and talents
• develop the discipline to ignore short-term market fluctuations and avoid living in the future
• foster a mindset that allows you to enjoy what you have and avoid greed
• create a sustainable approach to trading

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I believe our natural response to setbacks is stress. When you deal with loss, sickness, conflict, or uncertainty, you get that heavy feeling in your stomach.

Your mood becomes dark. You start feeling less energetic. Your instincts tell you to run.

For some people, that type of stress lasts only a few hours, but for others, it can go on for weeks or months.

What matters is that you don’t get stuck in those negative feelings. Because when you don’t address your setbacks, you start to get emotionally scarred.

There’s another option: You can see every setback in your life as an opportunity to get smarter, stronger, better.

Here’s what J.K. Rowling said about setbacks:

“The knowledge that you have emerged wiser and stronger from setbacks means that you are, ever after, secure in your ability to survive. You will never truly know yourself, or the strength of your relationships, until both have been tested by adversity.”

In this episode, I talk about how I use this strategy in my own life.

Pre-order The Stoic Path to Wealth

My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.

Learn more: stoicpathtowealth.com

In my experience, there are a few things you can do when your brain feels clogged.

1. Get rid of your overwhelming goals: What’s a big goal that you really want to achieve badly? Something big. Delete it from your brain. Focus on the present and enjoy yourself. You can always come back to your goal later.
2. Stop multitasking: Focus on one thing at a time.
3. Take a few days off or work less: Your brain needs some rest!
4. Limit negative inputs: Avoid negative people for a while. And also avoid negativity on social media and the news.
5. Take a long walk: You’ll feel much calmer while getting some exercise.
6. Sleep early: Avoid screens and take a book with you to bed.

You wouldn’t keep your computer running without ever restarting it. Likewise, your brain needs to rest and rejuvenate, especially when pushed to its limits.

More on each tip in this episode.

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