Epictetus taught that some things are up to us, and some are not. For leaders, that insight becomes a way to steady teams under pressure. By helping people see what is truly theirs to act on, leaders show trust, protect focus, and give work meaning. The Dichotomy of Control is not about ignoring adversity, but about carrying it with clarity, dignity, and progress.

Leadership is more than optimism. The Stoics practised Premeditatio Malorum — imagining setbacks before they came. By applying this discipline through techniques like pre-mortems and scenario planning, leaders can anticipate shocks, act with calm, and build organisations resilient enough to keep moving forward when disruption inevitably arrives.

Purpose sets the path. Value proves the journey. Discipline keeps you walking it.