The Obstacle is the Way Expanded 10th Anniversary Edition

The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph

De: Ryan Holiday

Narrado por: Ryan Holiday

An updated and expanded edition of the book that launched a global phenomenon, The Obstacle Is the Way presents an infinitely elastic formula for turning our toughest trials into our greatest triumphs.

Since bestselling author Ryan Holiday introduced Stoicism to the world with The Obstacle Is the Way in 2014, this simple but powerful philosophy for life has taken the world by storm. This brilliant and engaging book is an invaluable source of wisdom for anyone who wants to become more successful at what they do, whether you’re a student, a parent, a professional athlete, or a world leader. Now, Ryan Holiday has updated and expanded this modern classic with a new introduction and new content featuring a diverse set of inspiring characters.

Icons of history—from Epictetus and Demosthenes to Amelia Earhart and Richard Wright—followed a simple formula to achieve greatness. They were not exceptionally brilliant, lucky, or gifted. Their success in overcoming extreme obstacles was the result of a timeless set of philosophical principles that the greatest men and women have always pursued.

In The Obstacle Is the Way, Ryan Holiday unpacks those lessons and reframes them for today's world, giving us an indispensable formula for turning our toughest trials into triumphs. This new edition is a chance for old fans to revisit a classic and for a new generation to discover the power of Stoicism.

Book to be read or listened to annually

We all at some point in our lives need to be reminded of the benefit of being presented an obstacle to overcome regardless of perceived magnitude. For this obstacle gives us the opportunity to prove time and again that we have the endurance and fortitude to overcome it.

Great Mindset Shifter

Thoroughly enjoyed the content and the author’s style. This is a great introduction to stoicism and how to apply it today. There are also a lot of resources included so you can do a deeper dive.

Ryan Holliday - our modern day philosopher

Re-listening to this book with its additions was such an education. I recommend it for audible and hard copy.

inspiration

Loved the stories! a shift in attitude towards obstacles. An understanding of the benefits of obstacles. Encouragement to move through the obstacles with anticipation of learning and growth.

Helped organize my thoughts and emotions

This book was recommended to me by chatGPT. It was at a time when I was using ChatGPT as a therapist, (i have a real therapist now, lol!) and it directed me to this book. This book along side with therapy and constant meditation pulled me out of this “victim” mentality. I no longer feel so alone in my battles. Ryan Holiday, thank you for taking the time to share your wisdom and insight to the world. I recommend this book to anyone who is struggling with depression or even anxiety. This book will teach you that you capable of so much more, but only if you believe it too. Thanks for reading. Happy listening!

Ryan Holiday's passion is apparent. Great listen.

The expanded 10th anniversary edition of this book has many cureny references. Grateful for waiting to buy it.

Required reading

Still effective after 10 years. After watching my granddaughter graduate from high school, I suggested she read this.

The obstacle is an advantage, not an adversity. The enemy is any perception that prevents us from seeing this.

I will listen to this 5 more times this year. So many nuggets that I can apply to my life and business.

Where was this book 20 years ago?!?!

This book was AMAZING!!! Thank you Ryan for giving direction in a digestible manner. Completely changed my outlook and daily put it into practice.

Content & Delivery

Historical examples of stoicism. Very informative and well written . I had just finished Ego is The Enemy & wanted more.