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Ep 192 – Why Stoics Don’t Chase Respect
Meta Description: Marcus Aurelius warned against living for reputation. Scott Smith explains why respect is an outcome of disciplined behavior—not something leaders should pursue directly.🎙️ Episode Summary“Be indifferent to what makes no difference.” — Marcus AureliusRespect isn’t something you demand. And it’s never something you chase.In this episode, Scott Smith explores the Stoic distinction between dignity and approval, and why leaders lose authority when they try too hard to be liked. Reputation lives in other people’s minds. Dignity lives in your conduct.The Stoics understood that…
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