#313 - Mark Tuitert: The Stoic Mindset

A Gold-Medal Olympic Speed Skater On Using Stoicism for Excellence

Hello Friends,

Mark is a gold-medal Olympic speed skater. He won gold at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. He is also the author of The Stoic Mindset: Living the 10 Principles of Stoicism, which will be released in Canada and the USA on April 9th (yes, that’s today!).

In this episode, we talk about balancing hard work with enjoying life, courage in performance, luck and providence, and much more. Mark was a pleasure to speak with and I hope this episode proves useful.

About “The Stoic Mindset: Living the 10 Principles of Stoicism”

In this quick beginner’s guide to stoicism, Mark Tuitert distills thousands of years of Stoic philosophy into ten short principles. Each chapter of THE STOIC MINDSETincludes an interactive thought exercise to help readers actualize these theories. As you follow along, you will learn to develop a mindset that is both focused and relaxed, so that you can find fulfillment in a chaotic and unpredictable world. Perfect for parents, students, athletes or anyone looking to let go of what they cannot control, THE STOIC MINDSET is the go-to handbook on Stoic philosophy.

Watch Mark Tuitert's TED Talk here: How to master your Stoic Mindset

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:52 Striving for Excellence

02:10 Striving for Worldly Excellence and Understanding What's Truly Important

05:03 The Importance of Character and Attitude in Winning

08:32 Having a Well-Rounded Life and Avoiding Losing Oneself in a Single Pursuit

09:40 The Danger of Losing Direction After Achieving Goals

13:30 Embracing Struggle and Tension in Life

22:12 Embracing Darkness and Facing Internal Thoughts

29:33 Reconnecting with Family and Addressing Internal Struggles

32:10 Accepting and Loving Where You Come From

36:15 The Role of Luck and Providence

40:04Taking Responsibility for Your Character

44:11 Finding Inspiration in Others' Struggles

49:51 Letting Go and Surrendering to Life

55:35 Balancing Seriousness and Humor in Life

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