The Cheerful Stoic podcast

38: Interview with Michael McGill

23.6.2021

The Cheerful Stoic

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In this episode, I chat with Michael McGill. He’s a fellow Stoic I’ve met on Twitter. He shares with me how he came to learn about and practice Stoicism. He gives excellent advice to both new and mature practitioners. He has an excellent newsletter where you can keep up with his latest thoughts, resources, and insights. Sign up here: http://www.michaeldmcgill.com/newsletter/

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