Why the Decision Triangle works #substack #shorts

4 Feb 2026 · 1 min

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In this short video, the speaker reveals that the Decision Triangle framework is not an original invention but is derived from ancient Stoic philosophy. He outlines the three Stoic disciplines that underpin the model: perception (how one interprets their situation), action (the choices one makes), and will (the willingness to accept reality and align with one's nature and destiny). He references Marcus Aurelius and points listeners to a Decision Triangle white paper for deeper exploration, emphasizing that the framework is a practical application of these timeless philosophical principles.

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Just if you want the, the, the secret behind where does this come from, it's not like this imaginary thing that I came up with. It's not this magical framework or roadmap. It actually comes from Stoic philosophy. It's based on the 3 disciplines of Stoic philosophy, and that is the discipline of action. I'm sorry, the discipline of perception, how you see yourself in your situation, the discipline of action, what you decide to do next, and the discipline of will, which is, are you willing to accept what reality delivers? And to move forward in accordance with what destiny and your nature demand of you. And there's a whole thing on Marcus Aurelius and all that if you want to get into the weeds with all that stuff, but that's the Decision Triangle white paper. Just, again, put Decision Triangle