You’re Not as Powerful as You Think (Seneca)
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🗓️ 22 March 2026
⏱️ 18 minutes
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Summary
We like to think we’re free and other people aren’t. Seneca flips that idea completely. The people in control may be the most trapped of all.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from The Tao Of Seneca produced by Tim Ferriss’ Audio. Get the free PDF at tim.blog/seneca
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