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"It is not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters." - Ep 336

"It is not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters." - Ep 336

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In this introspective episode of Inspiration Nation, Lee Kemp and Ryan Boniface—without their usual co-host Jose Noya—dive deep into the power of response with the quote: "It is not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters." From Epictetus’ ancient Stoic wisdom to modern-day London tube scrambles, the duo explores how our internal discipline, self-awareness, and emotional restraint define our experiences more than the events themselves.

Ryan reflects on personal growth, fate, and letting go of uncontrollable, while Lee shares a vivid, humorous story of how reacting with self-assurance transformed a potentially embarrassing moment into a non-event. Together, they reinforce the idea that "you create your own reality"—whether it’s replying to a frustrating email or recovering from a public mishap. This episode is a masterclass in practical Stoicism, self-coaching, and taking back your power.

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