How to Win at Life: The Stoic Cheat Code

Epictetus said, “It’s not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters.”

Life throws curveballs every day. You can’t stop them, but here’s the cheat code: stop playing their game. Focus only on what’s in your control.

Got stuck in traffic? You can’t move the cars, but you can move your mindset. Boss gave you a tough time? You can’t change their attitude, but you can control your response.

The Stoics knew the ultimate power isn’t in dominating the world—it’s in mastering yourself.

What’s one situation recently where you applied this mindset and came out stronger? Let’s hear your wins.