Blending Ancient Wisdom with Modern Science: Sam Sivarajan's Approach to Life's Challenges
Stoicism isn't saying to control everything. It says: understand the world objectively, act purposefully and courageously, but accept the things that are not in your control.
Ever wondered how ancient wisdom can help you navigate modern life's complexities? In this engaging episode of the Stoic Solutions Podcast, host Justin Vacula sits down with Sam Sivarajan, a seasoned financial executive and behavioral scientist, to uncover the magic of blending Stoic philosophy with contemporary science. Sam, author of 'Uphill: How to Apply Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science to Life’s Choices and Challenges', shares his unique perspective on making better personal and professional decisions.
Drawing from his extensive experience in wealth management and investment banking, Sam offers practical tools and frameworks that anyone can use to tackle setbacks and make thoughtful choices. Whether you're interested in mastering the mental game of poker, acing job interviews, or simply finding more balance in your daily life, this episode has something for you. Sam's insights on controlling what you can, accepting what you can't, and acting with purpose and courage are both enlightening and actionable.
Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that will inspire you to integrate Stoic principles into your own life.