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Ep 194 – Why Silence Is Often the Strongest Boundary
Meta Description: Seneca taught that choosing distance can be an act of wisdom. Scott Smith explains why silence is often the strongest boundary a leader can set.🎙️ Episode Summary“He who associates with himself has a constant friend.” — SenecaNot everything deserves a response.Some things deserve distance.In this episode, Scott Smith explores the Stoic view of withdrawal as strength—not avoidance. Silence, when used deliberately, creates a boundary without escalation or explanation.In a world that rewards over-explaining, Stoic restraint preserves clarity. Silence communicates refusal to…
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