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Ep 191 – Guarding the Mind: The Discipline of Assent
Meta Description: The Stoic discipline of "Assent" teaches leaders how to choose their thoughts wisely. Scott Smith explains how guarding the mind creates clarity, calm, and inner freedom.🎙️ Episode Summary“You have power over your mind—not outside events.” — Marcus AureliusYou don’t control what appears in your mind. You control what you agree with.In this episode, Scott Smith introduces the Stoic discipline of assent—the practice of examining thoughts before accepting them as true.Between an event and your reaction is a choice. Strong leaders pause, test their impressions, and respond…
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