The Oprah Podcast

Is Stoicism the Secret to a Good Life?

August 4, 2026·43 min·5-min readconversationalself improvement
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In a deeply reflective conversation on The Oprah Podcast, Oprah Winfrey and author Ryan Holiday explore the enduring relevance of Stoicism, emphasizing that while we can't control external events, we can choose how we respond. Joined by emergency room physician Dr. Dan Dworkis and entre

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Ryan Holiday

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Books, people, and resources mentioned in this episode.

People

Ryan HolidayOprah WinfreyDr. Dan DworkisMarcus AureliusSenecaEpictetus

Books

The Obstacle is the Wayby Ryan HolidayMeditationsby Marcus AureliusThe Emergency Mindby Dr. Dan DworkisGo Gentleby Maria Simple

Topics

Mental HealthMindfulnessPhilosophyProductivitySelf ImprovementStoicism

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