The Obstacle is the Way The Ancient Art of Turning Trials into Triumph by Ryan Holiday
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- Title: The Obstacle is the Way: The Ancient Art of Turning Trials into Triumph
- Author: Ryan Holiday
- Publisher: Profile Books; Main edition (1 May 2014)
- Number of Pages: 224
- Genre: Self-help, Philosophy, Personal Development, Leadership
- Binding: Hardcover, Paperback,
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1781251487
- ISBN-13: 978-1781251485
- Dimensions: 1.9 x 13.4 x 18.6 cm
- Item Weight: 326 g
- Country of Origin: United Kingdom
- Net Quantity: 230.00 Grams
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,606 in Books
- Global Shipping and Fulfillment by: EachDayKart Global
Description
The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday teaches readers to transform challenges into opportunities by adopting the timeless principles of Stoic philosophy. Holiday, who left college at nineteen to study under Robert Greene, the author of The 48 Laws of Power, and later served as Marketing Director for American Apparel, draws on centuries-old wisdom to provide practical advice for tackling obstacles. Through this philosophy, he demonstrates that what stands in the way actually clears the path forward.
This book helps readers build resilience, courage, and adaptability, turning adversity into success. Drawing from historical figures such as Alexander the Great and Marcus Aurelius, and contemporary examples from Barack Obama to Steve Jobs, Holiday illustrates how Stoic principles can shape personal and professional triumphs. Perfect for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking a strategic mindset, The Obstacle is the Way is a powerful guide for embracing challenges as the stepping stones to greatness.
Notable Reviews:
- "A book for the bedside of every future - and current - leader in the world." — Robert Greene, author of The 48 Laws of Power
- "Ryan Holiday is part Machiavelli, part Ogilvy ... this whiz kid is the secret weapon you've never heard of." — Tim Ferriss, author of The 4-Hour Work Week
- "The Obstacle is the Way decants in concentrated form the timeless techniques for self-mastery as employed by world-conquering philosophers and men of action." — Steven Pressfield, author of The War of Art
About the Author:
Ryan Holiday is a strategist, media consultant, and bestselling author. His work has appeared in numerous outlets, and he has advised clients such as Google, TASER, and Complex. His books, translated into 25 languages, include The Obstacle is the Way, Ego is the Enemy, and Growth Hacker Marketing. Holiday lives on a ranch outside Austin, Texas.