Stoicism
Cultivate resilience and clarity by embracing the wisdom of Stoic philosophy.
Explore 13 growth hacks curated for this zone. Each one comes with an actionable description you can turn into a routine, journal prompt, or automated flow with the ChatGPT API.
Hacks in this zone
STOIC Serenity Steps
When feeling upset, pause immediately. Take a deep breath to calm down, then observe and reflect on your initial reactions. Identify any exaggerated or negative…
Daily Control Check-In
Each morning, write down your main concerns for the day. Next to each concern, list what aspects you can control and acknowledge the elements you can't.
Bedtime Gratitude List
Before bed, write down three things you were grateful for that day.
Use Your Time Wisely
Reflect daily on the impermanence of life, assess your priorities, and act on what truly matters to you.
Stay Calm and Carry On
When faced with difficulties, breathe deeply and accept the situation as it is, without resistance.
Focus on What You Can Do
Draw two circles; one for factors you can control and another for those you cannot. Set clear, achievable goals based on what’s within your control.
Worst-Case Scenario Planning
Identify something that worries you. Imagine the worst outcome, list the possible negative effects inside a circle, and then write solutions outside the circle.
Stoic Question of the Day
Begin each day by asking yourself a guiding question, such as 'How can I act wisely today?'
Learn to Say No
Start declining requests or invitations that don't match your goals or desires. Start small and gradually take on bigger challenges.
Flip Negative Thoughts
When a negative thought strikes, pause to question its validity and try to reframe it positively.
Reflect on What You Can Control
Each evening, think back on your day and sort out which challenges were within your control and which weren't.
The Stoic Pause
When feeling overwhelmed or upset, pause and take three deep breaths before reacting.
Evening Stoic Reflection
Spend five minutes each night writing down the main events of your day.