17 Dec 2025 · 1 min
Ward Farnsworth's Practicing Stoic teaches Stoicism as daily discipline. Three practices: distinguish what you control from what you don't, cultivate patience through hardship, and reflect daily on whether your actions match your values.
Hi, this is Brian. Today's wisdom comes from the Practicing Stoic by Ward Farnsworth. Phenomenal book. Ward teaches us Stoicism is a practical philosophy designed to be practiced every day. It's not about theory. It's about mastering your thoughts and actions through daily practice. Here's how to practice Stoicism today. First, start with perception. Farnsworth says the Stoic asks, what is in my control, what is not. Next, cultivate patience. He reminds us, the ability to endure hardship with calm is a core Stoic virtue. And finally, reflect daily. Stoics practice self reflection to ensure they're living in alignment with their values. So what's one Stoic principle you can practice today?
