The Stoics are popular today because they believed in self-development, resilience, and focusing on things within your control. “Throw out your con

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The Stoics are popular today because they believed in self-development, resilience, and focusing on things within your control.

“Throw out your conceited opinions, for it is impossible for a person to begin to learn what he thinks he already knows.” Epictetus, Discourses, 2.17.1

Begin conversations with, “What would you love to take away from our conversation?” End with, “What’s your takeaway from our conversation?”

When someone hints you have a fault ask yourself, “How might this be right?” Or “What am I doing that led someone to think this?”

…that clicking sound of brains turning off… Love this, and a good reminder!!! Also find that asking questions is great when it comes to relationship building; how else do we know what is important to others and where they are in their journey… Thanks Dan!!

You make an important point, Susan. Asking how people are doing/feeling lets them know you are interested in them. (Assuming we’re genuine.)