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The Strong Stoic PodcastAuthor: Brandon Tumblin
The Strong Stoic Podcast is a raw, honest, and unapologetically deep podcast about philosophy and self-improvement. Join your host, Brandon Tumblin, as he breaks down a wide variety of complex and difficult topics while bringing together different philosophies, sciences, and perspectives. Language: en Genres: Education, Philosophy, Self-Improvement, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#423 - Becoming Someone You Respect
Episode 423
Monday, 20 July, 2026
Have you ever looked in the mirror and realized you’ve become someone you don’t respect?I have.In this deeply personal episode, I share a chapter of my life I’ve rarely talked about—the years after university when I slowly drifted into complacency. What began as well-earned rest became laziness, comfort, and eventually shame. One day I looked at the man I was becoming… and I didn’t like him.This episode is about the long, humbling process of rebuilding your character.We explore:Why good people can slowly become complacentHow your environment quietly shapes your characterThe danger of becoming comfortable with mediocrityWhy you must start much smaller than you thinkThe Stoic idea that character is built through daily choices, not grand momentsIf you’ve been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or disappointed in who you’ve become, this episode is a reminder that your story isn’t over.You don’t have to become a different person overnight.You just have to take the first small step.
