Hey there stoic enthusiasts welcome back to our Channel where we explore the Timeless wisdom of stoicism and its practical applications in our daily lives today's video is a special one as we delve into the realm of relationships and unveil the nine principles that smart men should embrace according to stoic philosophy so if you're ready to cultivate a mindset that stands the test of time in matters of the heart you're in the right place before we jump into these insightful principles make sure to hit that subscribe button ring the notification Bell and give this video a thumbs up if you're excited to harness the power of stoicism in your relationships now let's embark on this journey together as we explore the nine things smart men should not do with women through the lens of stoic wisdom one guard your past sharing every detail of your past especially the challenging Parts is akin to showing every secret and challenge you've faced fre Ed nicha's Insight that old ideas may come back to challenge us highlights the potential risks of revealing too much keep your past personal and protected share only what is necessary guarding the main parts of your story that make you resilient your life's story is yours alone and not for others to exploit or judge two face the fear of being alone Aristotle's inight that knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom underscores the importance of facing the fear of being alone choices made out of fear especially the fear of solitude can lead you astray being alone does not equate to loneliness spend time appreciating your own company when you do choose to be with someone let it be because they add value to your life not because you fear being without them three manage your time wisely senica's observation that it's not that our lives are short but that we waste too much of it rings true don't throw your time into a void by overly focusing on someone else take back your time for it belongs to you not them establish a balance and use your time judiciously on activities that bring you happiness Foster personal growth and satisfy your soul your time is a precious resource so don't squander it on someone who may not appreciate its value four celebrate your achievements epicus is teaching that we should not just seek admiration from others but also admire ourselves is is a reminder to celebrate our achievements don't get so caught up in pleasing others that you forget to recognize your successes every step forward no matter how small is a victory worth celebrating building self-confidence through acknowledging your progress is essential for a fulfilling life five Safeguard your mental health hurting your mental health for someone else is like burning your house down to keep them warm harmful and senseless your mental health and happiness should never be compromised for the sake of others reclaim control protect your peace fiercely and strengthen your mental toughness don't let anyone take away your joy you are in charge of your own mind your happiness is not a commodity to be traded away it's a non-negotiable aspect of your wellbe six be true to yourself Albert Chu's wisdom about about not worrying too much about others resonates with the stoic philosophy of being true to oneself saying yes to things you dislike is like putting on a suffocating mask to please others learn to say no and live your life authentically don't act to please others instead be real and honest with yourself remember you are the main character in your life not a side character in someone else's narrative seven don't say sacrifice your path for others senica wisely remarked that trying to be in too many places means you're really nowhere similarly changing your life solely to match someone else's is akin to wearing shoes that are too tight it's painful and unnecessary each step taken to conform to others expectations leads you away from your own path causing you to lose sight of your goals embrace your uniqueness and be proud of your own colors don't compromise your journey for someone else's walk your path confidently for your life is meant to be an authentic reflection of your aspirations eight prioritize relationships with friends and family Plato's analogy of people being like soil that can either help you grow or impede your growth emphasizes the importance of maintaining connections with friends and family pushing them away for someone else's approval is a misguided Choice reconnect with those who have always supported you for your friends and family form the solid base of your support system don't risk breaking down this support network value Those Who Have Been instrumental in your growth nine avoid obsessive devotion Marcus Aurelius warned against being overly obsessed with someone as it disrupts your balance balance and blinds you to your own worth like a satellite circling endlessly fixating too much on someone else causes your dreams and uniqueness to fade away reclaim control.