Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday

Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday

Author: Apollo Skills January 6, 2025 Duration: 6:36

Discover practical steps to live a life of integrity, purpose, and impact with our checklist inspired by Ryan Holiday’s ‘Right Thing, Right Now: Good Values. Good Character. Good Deeds.

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Ryan Holiday’s books are organized into sections that take readers through essential themes and practical advice, each designed to instill resilience, discipline, and a disciplined approach to life’s challenges. In The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph, Holiday breaks down overcoming adversity into three main parts: perception, action, and will. In the “Perception” section, he emphasizes seeing challenges objectively, urging readers to understand what lies within their control while reframing obstacles as opportunities for growth. The “Action” section explores the value of deliberate, bold action in adversity, underscoring the importance of working with what you have. Lastly, “Will” focuses on inner resilience, patience, and acceptance, especially when faced with circumstances beyond control.


In Ego Is the Enemy, Holiday discusses the pitfalls of Self-importance and how it hinders progress. The book is divided into three sections: aspire, success, and failure. In “Aspire,” he speaks to the importance of humility, suggesting that the ego must be kept in check when setting and pursuing goals. “Success” deals with hEgoego often clouds judgment once a measure of success is achieved, and he underscores the value of continuous learning and humility in these moments. In “Failure,” Holiday examines how ego can amplify failures, making it difficult to Egoover. Here, he encourages resilience, self-reflection, and the willingness to learn from mistakes as keys to moving forward.


Stillness Is the Key addresses finding inner peace through mental clarity, purposeful action, and self-care. This book is structured around mind, spirit, and body themes. In the “Mind” section, Holiday talks about quieting mental noise, limiting distractions, and focusing on what truly matters. “Spirit” shifts to aligning with a higher purpose or core values, underscoring the significance of inner peace. Finally, in the “Body” section, he stresses physical health, routine, and taking the time to slow down, all essential for leading a balanced life.


In Discipline IsDisciplineThe Power of Self-Control, Holiday delves into the different aspects of the discipline. The discipline has sections: the body, the mind, and the soul. “The Body” is about the importance of physical discipline—exDisciplinealthy habits, and consistency in caring for one’s body. “The Mind” extends the concept of discipline to discipline, urging readers to control their desires and train the mind to stay sharp and focused. In the final section, “The Soul,” he speaks to moral discipline, discipline for integrity, and the alignment of actions with core values as the cornerstone of a meaningful life.


In Courage Is Calling: Fortune Favors the Brave, Holiday highlights the nature of courage through sections on fear, courage, and heroism. In “Fear,” he encourages readers to identify and confront their fears, seeing them as obstacles to face rather than avoid. The “Courage” section reveals that bravery is often cultivated in small, everyday actions and becomes vital in moments of uncertainty. Finally, in “Heroism,” he inspires readers to act for the greater good, demonstrating that courage serves a more profound purpose when serving others.


Holiday’s books combine historical insights, Stoic philosophy, and timeless wisdom, providing readers with a roadmap to live with intention, resilience, and integrity. Each section builds on the others, guiding readers toward a life of purpose and strength, where they are prepared to face challenges and embrace growth.

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