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#411 - You Forgot You’re Going to Die (And It’s Costing You)
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- The Strong Stoic Podcast
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- Apr 21, 2026
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- 763
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Summary
You’re busy. Life is good. Things are flowing. And that’s exactly when you’re most likely to forget something critical: You’re going to die. In this episode, I break down why thinking about death—especially when life feels good—is one of the most practical Stoic tools you have. We talk about: Why feeling good doesn’t mean you’re living well How comfort quietly leads to wasted timeThe connection between mortality and urgencyWhy procrastination thrives when you feel like you have “more time”How...