In this episode Dr. Donald Gibson, a Marine, chiropractor, and world champion trap shooter, explores his life’s journey from South Africa to the United States and his experience living the philosophy of ‘actions, not words’.
Warrior Wisdom from Alexander the Great, the Stoic Philosopher Epictetus, and cutting with Occam’s Razor
This week Marcus discusses Occam’s Razor, explained as ‘the simplest answer is usually the best one’, and suggests applying it in business by simplifying processes.
Donald Robertson: on Marcus Aurelius the Stoic Emperor, Fatherhood, Errors in Chat GPT, Stoic Meta Lessons, and why the world needs Philosophy now more than ever
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Donald Robertson sheds light on the practice of Stoicism and its relevance in today’s world. He warns against the societal perils of anger, victim mentality, and information manipulation, especially in the age of technologically advanced misinformation.
Warrior Wisdom: I Will Find a Way or I Will Make One
This week on Acta Non Verba I’m retelling the story of Hannibal Barca and how his choices and determination when invading Rome can help you face your own adversity. Listen in and ask yourself how you would act if you knew no one was coming to save you.
Victor Pierantoni “The Zen Stoic” on the Similarities of Zen and Stoicism, Radical Candor, and Why Taking Pictures of Yourself Meditating is Silly
Listen in as Victor shares his coaching approach called liberation leadership training, which aims to remove obstacles and negative emotions to tap into innate wisdom.
Warrior Wisdom: Applying Bruce Lee’s Martial Art and Philosophy as a Warrior and Leader
In this episode, I’m sharing the key lessons Bruce Lee and how you can apply them to your life to embrace Adversity and shift your mindset. Listen in as I explore how to push your own limits, how Lee learned to outmaneuver his competition, and why just knowing is not enough.
Warrior Wisdom: Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu
Listen in as I explore the widespread influence of the book, Daoism’s similarities to other philosophies including Stoicism, and how I was inspired at 12 years old to delve into the world of Marcus Aurelius, influencing my view of Adversity.
Tim Lebon: 365 Ways to Be More Stoic
This week author and cognitive behavioral therapist Tim LeBon shares how Stoicism can help you manage your emotions, develop a positive mindset, and create sustainable habits.
About the Host

Marcus Aurelius Anderson
Mindset Coach, Author, International Keynote Speaker