His books have been translated into over 30 languages and read by over two million people worldwide. He is a sought-after speaker, strategist, and the author of many bestselling books including The Obstacle Is the Way Ego Is the Enemy The Daily Stoic and the #1 New York Times bestseller Stillness Is the Key. John Tesh, host of national radio show Intelligence for Your LifeĪbout the Author Ryan Holiday is one of the world's foremost thinkers and writers on ancient philosophy and its place in everyday life. "Tremendous! Go buy every book that Ryan Holiday has written. District Court "Even though I was familiar with the basis for this book - the ancient philosophy of stoicism: overcoming obstacles through the practice of wisdom, courage, self-control, and mindfulness - it felt like a revelation when I read it." James Altucher, investor and author of Choose Yourself "Ryan Holiday has written a brilliant and engaging book, well beyond his years. Ryan's book is a how-to guide for just that." It takes practice (and pain) to surmount them and achieve success. Koehn, historian and leadership expert, Harvard Business School "My life has been beset with obstacles. Read it, learn from it, and get cracking!" Nick Saban, head football coach at the University of Alabama "In this tight, engaging book, Ryan Holiday shines a bright, powerful light on the path to living and leading well. Chris Guillebeau, author of The $100 StartupĪ very, very good book with lots of examples about people who had to overcome great obstacles to have success. This surprising book shows you how to craft a life of wonder by embracing obstacles and challenges." Robert Greene, author of The 48 Laws of Power and Mastery "First came Marcus Aurelius, then Frederick the Great. Steven Pressfield, author of The War of Art and Gates of Fire "A book for the bedside of every future-and current-leader in the world." Rory McIlroy, 2x PGA Champion "Follow these precepts and you will revolutionize your life. If I had read The Obstacle Is the Way sooner, a few things might have been different. Sports Illustrated The best one I've read. "The book on stoicism that's taking the NFL by storm." And along the way it will inspire you with dozens of true stories of the greats from every age and era. If you're feeling frustrated, demoralized, or stuck in a rut, this book can help you turn your problems into your biggest advantages. Their embrace of these principles ultimately mattered more than their natural intelligence, talents, or luck. Grant to Steve Jobs-have applied stoicism to overcome difficult or even impossible situations. Rockefeller to Amelia Earhart to Ulysses S. What stands in the way becomes the way." Ryan Holiday shows us how some of the most successful people in history-from John D. As Marcus Aurelius put it nearly 2000 years ago: "The impediment to action advances action. Stoics focus on the things they can control, let go of everything else, and turn every new obstacle into an opportunity to get better, stronger, tougher. The book draws its inspiration from stoicism, the ancient Greek philosophy of enduring pain or adversity with perseverance and resilience. Its many fans include a former governor and movie star (Arnold Schwarzenegger), a hip hop icon (LL Cool J), an Irish tennis pro (James McGee), an NBC sportscaster (Michele Tafoya), and the coaches and players of winning teams like the New England Patriots, Seattle Seahawks, Chicago Cubs, and University of Texas men's basketball team. #1 Wall Street Journal Bestseller The Obstacle is the Way has become a cult classic, beloved by men and women around the world who apply its wisdom to become more successful at whatever they do. He shows us how to turn obstacles into advantages, through controlling our perceptions, swift and energetic action, and true force of will". Now Ryan Holiday unpacks those lessons and reframes them for today's world, building on the wisdom of the ancient Stoics and a rich trove of examples. Their success in overcoming extreme obstacles was the result of a timeless set of philosophical principles that great men and women have always followed. They were not exceptionally brilliant, lucky, or gifted. Rockefeller to Amelia Earhart to Richard Wright to Steve Jobs-were often placed in nearly impossible situations that turned out to be the platforms for astounding triumphs. These icons and many others throughout history-from John D. Grant found himself stuck across the Mississippi river, desperately trying to break into the impenetrable fortress of Vicksburg. Samuel Zemurray was a poor roadside fruit peddler pitted against the behemoth United Fruit Company. About the Book "A guide not just for overcoming the obstacles that hold us back-but for using them for great benefit The great Athenian orator Demosthenes was born with a crippling speech impediment and was robbed of his inheritance by cruel guardians.
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