Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 061 looks at being prepared to replace significant parts of an older house after buying one; drinking water before bed to help you get up early in the morning; recognizing that even your side of the political spectrum engages in propaganda from time to time (or even most of the time); and paying yourself first after receiving your paycheck by immediately transferring half or more of it into savings....
Feb 25, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 060 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Marcus Aurelius who wrote, "If someone is slipping up, kindly correct them and point out what they missed. But if you can’t, blame yourself—or no one."; and the second from r/Stoicism, a post by daviddigit, which started, "I wanted to share a practical exercise that really rocked my world this week. I am inherently an extremely critical person, of myself and others. So this week I was at the airport and de...
Feb 10, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 059 looks at the logical fallacy Context Imposition (aka Fantasy Projection) and the Hedonic Treadmill cognitive bias.
Feb 03, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 058 looks at trying new things to prevent brain complacency; the importance of empathizing with people who've made a mistake, rather than demonizing them; and the timer method to overcoming procrastination.
Jan 28, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 057 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Marcus Aurelius who wrote, "It is essential for you to remember that the attention you give to any action should be in due proportion to its worth, for then you won’t tire and give up, if you aren’t busying yourself with lesser things beyond what should be allowed."; and the second from r/Stoicism, a post by EricHennigan, which started, "I was thinking about Epictetus' reminder that some things are under o...
Jan 21, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 056 looks at Affirming the Consequent logical fallacy and the cognitive biases Primacy Effect and Recency Effect.
Jan 15, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 055 looks at keeping a tidy room (and home) by removing one or two items that don't belong every time you leave; asking someone to explain their conspiracy theory in detail in order for them to see its holes themselves; the difference between excitement from anticipation and your long-term happiness; and the value in asking your discussion or debate partner to explain the other side as well as they can (steelmanning)....
Jan 12, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 054 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Seneca who wrote, "Nothing can satisfy greed, but even a small measure satisfies nature. So it is that the poverty of an exile brings no misfortune, for no place of exile is so barren as not to produce ample support for a person."; and the second from r/Stoicism, a post by Ok_Intern_4405, which started, "I'm in my late twenties and I feel I am constantly pressuring myself to make good use of time, whether ...
Jan 09, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 053 looks at the Zero-Sum Fallacy and the Balancing Force of the Universe, or Gambler's Fallacy, cognitive bias.
Jan 05, 2021
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 052 looks at maximizing your time by multitasking and batching; saving money in the long run by paying a little extra for higher quality goods; paying down debt by rounding off your cash accounts every night; and the best way to cut through cold or frozen butter (it's really a no-brainer).
Dec 29, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 051 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Marcus Aurelius who wrote, "Meditate often on the interconnectedness and mutual interdependence of all things in the universe. For in a sense, all things are mutually woven together and therefore have an affinity for each other—for one thing follows after another according to their tension of movement, their sympathetic stirrings, and the unity of all substance."; and the second from r/Stoicism, a post by ...
Dec 23, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 050 looks at the Fallacy of Accent and Expectations as a cognitive bias.
Dec 18, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 049 looks at choosing to protect your mental or physical health over choosing a higher paycheck; why being a good friend probably means holding your friends accountable for their poor decisions; some advice on dealing with difficult situations; and becoming comfortable in the face of uncomfortable truths.
Dec 14, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 048 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Epictetus who wrote, "The beautiful and good person neither fights with anyone nor, as much as they are able, permits others to fight . . . this is the meaning of getting an education—learning what is your own affair and what is not. If a person carries themselves so, where is there any room for fighting?"; and the second from artwork by mjhiblenart involving a character from The Mandalorian, a television ...
Dec 11, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 047 looks at the logical fallacy Denying the Antecedent and the phenomenon of Cognitive Dissonance.
Dec 08, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 046 looks at aligning your mindset with your goals so as it not allow your brain to sabotage your efforts; responding to an insult during an argument with, "I'm sorry, I didn't hear that, can you repeat it?" and/or "Are you trying to hurt my feelings?"; the deals you can get at a thrift store just after Christmas; and the importance in visiting your grandparents regularly....
Dec 03, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 045 looks at several Stoic topics: the first from Epictetus who wrote, "Keep death and exile before your eyes each day, along with everything that seems terrible—by doing so, you’ll never have a base thought nor will you have excessive desire."; and the rest from lists shared by gdm41 and austinthebean to r/Stoicism introduced as, "Hi guys, maybe you are already aware of DailyStoic.com, they send out a daily newsletter with Stoic topics. Last week the...
Nov 30, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 044 looks at the logical fallacy Reification and the cognitive bias Groupthink.
Nov 26, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 043 looks at curbing anxious thoughts from spiraling out of control; carving time out now to spend with your family while they're young, instead of waiting until you're middle-aged or elderly; how to leave social gatherings early without damaging your reputation with the host; the importance of being frugal around the holidays, especially in such a tough year as 2020; and not being afraid to find a new job when your current job stops serving you....
Nov 22, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 042 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Seneca who wrote, "“Our soul is sometimes a king, and sometimes a tyrant. A king, by attending to what is honorable, protects the good health of the body in its care, and gives it no base or sordid command. But an uncontrolled, desire-fueled, over-indulged soul is turned from a king into that most feared and detested thing—a tyrant."; and the second from r/Stoicism, a post by answersamir, who started off w...
Nov 18, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 041 looks at the logical fallacy Retrogressive Causation and the cognitive bias Exponential Growth.
Nov 15, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 040 looks at the importance of maintaining a healthy level of doubt (or skepticism) toward all of the new information you receive; why you should immediately pay back someone who conveniently took care of a group bill or expense; how every day, good, bad, worst, or best, can ultimately be beneficial; and why your vacuum's filter is probably the cause of it not working well....
Nov 12, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 039 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Marcus Aurelius who wrote, "It is possible to curb your arrogance, to overcome pleasure and pain, to rise above your ambition, and to not be angry with stupid and ungrateful people—yes, even to care for them."; and the second from r/Stoicism, a post by mussel_bouy, who started off with, "Have you ever received a venomous insult? Words that stuck in your head? A look that you can’t erase from your memory? M...
Nov 09, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 038 looks at the logical fallacy Amphiboly and the cognitive bias Intention-to-Treat Error.
Nov 06, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 037 looks at the advice to "never give up" on something that is no longer serving you (see also "sunk cost fallacy"); being kind to those, adults and children, who are curious about the world, even when you're surprised by their ignorance; the importance of focusing on more areas of your life outside of work; and why and possibly how you can change the people in your life that are bringing you down....
Nov 03, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 036 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Epictetus who wrote, "But what is philosophy? Doesn’t it simply mean preparing ourselves for what may come? Don’t you understand that really amounts to saying that if I would so prepare myself to endure, then let anything happen that will? Otherwise, it would be like the boxer exiting the ring because he took some punches. Actually, you can leave the boxing ring without consequence, but what advantage woul...
Oct 30, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 035 looks at the logical fallacy Genetic Fallacy and the cognitive bias Contagion Bias.
Oct 24, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 034 looks at why we shouldn't expect an angry person to be able to reason or think clearly, especially children; having empathy and compassion for someone acting rudely, as they're likely dealing with something difficult; how to calculate your expenses in work hours instead of money, and the benefit of doing so; why a laser printer is more economical for home use than an inkjet; and how Skyler utilizes Google Calendar and Gmail to keep track of recurr...
Oct 17, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 033 looks at two Stoic topics: the first from Seneca who wrote, "We must give up many things to which we are addicted, considering them to be good. Otherwise, courage will vanish, which should continually test itself. Greatness of soul will be lost, which can’t stand out unless it disdains as petty what the mob regards as most desirable."; and the second from Demetrius the Cynic who wrote, "If I cherish my body, I make a slave of myself, if I cherish ...
Oct 13, 2020
Post by Skyler J. Collins (Editor) . Episode 032 looks at the logical or practical fallacy Megatrifle and the cognitive bias Zeigarnik Effect.
Oct 10, 2020
