The Inner Strategy: A Stoic Blueprint Behind Bold Leadership

Ep 157 – The Price of Liberty

• The One and Only Scott Smith • Season 2 • Episode 157

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True liberty isn’t granted—it’s grown. Scott Smith explores how Washington and Marcus Aurelius both saw freedom not as rebellion, but as self-rule. When you master your will, no tyrant can master you.

🎙️ Episode Summary

“Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.” — George Washington
“You may fetter my leg, but my will not even Zeus himself can overpower.” — Marcus Aurelius

Liberty isn’t fireworks or slogans—it’s the quiet mastery of the self. Washington called it character. Marcus called it will. Both knew that real freedom begins within. Every tyrant, ancient or modern, seeks the same prize: your attention, your emotions, your peace. Lose those, and you’ve surrendered your republic from the inside out.

🧠 What You’ll Learn Today:
• Why liberty without discipline becomes chaos
• How Stoic self-rule protects inner peace
• The link between moral courage and leadership freedom
• A simple daily practice to reclaim your sovereignty

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• Feels pulled by distraction or pressure
• Wants to lead with calm conviction
• Believes true freedom begins with responsibility

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stoicism, George Washington, Marcus Aurelius, liberty, freedom, self-mastery, leadership, inner revolution, stoic leadership, The Inner Strategy podcast, Scott Smith

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