COURSE

7 Days Of Stoic Strength: Part 2

Dive into Stoic teachings on desires, fears, and gratitude. Learn to discern true desires, cultivate gratitude, and find contentment. Explore practical exercises, including envisioning life without blessings and appreciating their network. This course offers timeless wisdom to help you navigate desires, leading to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Join us on this transformative journey towards mastering desires and embracing gratitude.

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Douglas Robson

London, UK

Doug Robson is a Stuntman, Yoga, and Meditation teacher who holds a diploma in counseling and mental health first aid as well as a Master in Psychology and Neuroscience. He has a passion for learning and is continually adding to his wealth of knowledge of well-being. He has over 15 courses with an average rating of 4.8. He produces high-quality and interesting content designed to motivate and empower others to fulfill their ultimate potential.

7 Days

414 students

4.9 stars

12 min / day

Anxiety

English

Lesson 1

Embrace Your Fears: A Stoic Journey To Courage And Hope

Our minds often create false threats, twisting doubtful meanings and exaggerating personal grievances. Seneca reminds us that indulging in these fears makes life unbearable. Our amygdala, designed to detect threats, sometimes overreacts, leading us to perceive danger where none exists. By recognizing this bias, we can use sound judgment to evaluate our concerns and temper our fears with hope. Join us on a journey to embrace fear, harness its energy, and focus on positive outcomes. Learn how to shift from fear to excitement, embody Stoic virtues, and transform your life with actionable steps and practical exercises. R

Lesson 2

Mastering The Future: Stoic Wisdom For Facing The Unknown

"Never let the future disturb you," says Marcus Aurelius. Easier said than done, as our brains constantly predict and worry about potential outcomes. In this episode, we'll break down this Stoic advice, exploring how to use reason to manage our anxieties. Understand the difference between fate and consequence, and learn practical steps to control what you can and let go of the rest. Through real-life examples and actionable challenges, discover how to transform worry into rational action and embrace life's uncertainties with confidence. I

Lesson 3

Unleash Your Inner Power: Overcoming Anxiety With Stoic Wisdom

"It's time you realized that you have something in you more powerful and miraculous than the things that affect you and make you dance like a puppet." Yesterday, we explored not worrying about what’s out of our control. Today, we delve into stepping into our power, a key to handling future anxieties. Learn through personal stories and practical exercises how to build your confidence and agency. We'll discuss Stoic concepts of fate and choice, and how to transform fear into strength. Join us to unlock your potential and face life's challenges head-on with reason and courage.

Lesson 4

The Dangers Of Hope

"It’s time you realized that you have something in you more powerful and miraculous than the things that affect you and make you dance like a puppet." This episode explores the dangers of relying too heavily on hope, as well as fear, for our happiness. Through Stoic philosophy, we delve into the concept of being present and finding contentment within ourselves. Join us to uncover practical insights and exercises to embrace the richness of the present and cultivate inner peace. M

Lesson 5

The Detriment Of Desire

In this episode, we delve into the Stoic philosophy surrounding desire and values, examining case studies and stories that illustrate the detrimental effects of misplaced attachments. From Epictetus' cautionary tale about a stolen lamp to Stilbo's profound realization amidst loss, we uncover the wisdom of prioritizing internal virtues over external possessions. Join us in reflecting on your own values and desires to cultivate a more rational and fulfilling life. Share your four core values in the comments and embark on a journey of self-discovery and wisdom with us. EM

Lesson 6

Dealing With Desires

In this insightful episode, we delve into the Stoic perspective on desires, exploring how they can lead to both joy and misery depending on how we approach them. Through practical examples and Stoic wisdom, we uncover the importance of understanding the true nature of our desires, questioning their alignment with our values, and assessing whether they are within our control. Epictetus' guidance on dealing with desires serves as a compass, steering us toward a more intentional and satisfying existence. Join us in this journey of self-discovery and conscious living. Share your insights and experiences as you navigate your desires through the lens of Stoicism. EN

Lesson 7

Dealing With Desire: Part 2

Delve into Stoic wisdom on desires and gratitude. Learn how gratitude transforms desires for a fulfilling life. Explore practical tips, envision life without blessings, and appreciate their network. Practice gratitude today, shifting your perspective and finding contentment. Join us on this enlightening journey toward mastering desire with timeless Stoic wisdom. TO

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Recent Reviews

James

January 9, 2026

We enjoyed stoic part 2, Very thought-provoking very good real life examples given Douglas is an excellent teacher

Lynne

October 10, 2025

Great course. Thank you 🙏🏼

Nass

September 22, 2025

Great

Lisa

June 11, 2025

Wise valuable content. Backed up with quotes, examples and personal stories. A very enjoyable & thought provoking course, for anyone curious about stoicism!🙏🏻✨

Douglas

June 9, 2025

I have read all the original Stoic texts and some modern books on Stoicism. Your courses do an excellent job of explaining the philosophy and making it interesting. I throughly enjoy listening to you during my commute to work. It’s a great way to start the day. Thank you for all your efforts!

Allie

June 8, 2025

Love the personal examples that make all of this real. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and guiding us!

Vashti

May 20, 2025

Another excellent course - thank you 🙏

Alice

May 8, 2025

Such great content— thank you Doug!

Cyn

April 20, 2025

Excellent. Thank you for the examples that explain the quotes we’ve all heard before. Often, I couldn’t quite grasp the message. These two courses have been enlightening Douglas. I will start Part III soon.

Diane

April 19, 2025

I listen to these courses over and over because I want to commit to memory all of these very rich ideas. I appreciate Douglas‘s teaching style. He offers well researched information and relates it to every day life and makes it clear how one can apply these concepts , moving towards a “satvic” (Balanced and harmonious) life. Impressive work. Thank you, Douglas.

Dria

February 22, 2025

Profound material for becoming a better version of yourself

Katie

January 29, 2025

As always an excellent, clear, practical and enjoyable teaching from an inspiring and uplifting teacher. 🙏

Claudia

December 31, 2024

Absolutely wonderful reflections and guidance! Thank you so much, Doug!

Andy

October 13, 2024

Amazing ; 🙌🏼

Drew

September 8, 2024

Thank you Douglas for all this arose and settled in. It’s nice getting to know you along the way of getting to know me. Now three as we 🙏🏻✨💕🌴

Juan

August 22, 2024

A lot of interesting knowledge and how to turn it into wisdom. I ll keep taking his courses, hopefully there is much more coming.

Ale

August 19, 2024

I loved part 1 but part 2 was something I really need it. I loved the breakdown of the activities and how it was a good balance between sole deep thinking and some simple gratitude practices. The challenge helped me to tavke real life 'challenges' in real time which was awesome and Douglas was there literally replying to my comments in the daily action section..I can't wait for part 3. Thanks Douglas!

Phil

August 15, 2024

Great course!

KatieG

August 10, 2024

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