You’re Not Wasting Time, You’re Wasting Your Life | Rutger Bregman (PT. 2)

Jul 5, 2025 · 40m

You’re not here to impress, you're here to make a difference. In this PT. 2 episode, historian and bestselling author Rutger Bregman sits down with Ryan for a deep dive into what a meaningful life actually looks like and why so many people end up wasting their one shot at it. They talk about how easy it is to chase the wrong goals, why real impact often goes unnoticed, and how to realign your work with what truly matters. Rutger Bregman is a Dutch historian and author. His latest book Moral Ambition: Stop Wasting Your Talent and Start Making a Difference was released in April 2025. ‍ ‍ In 2024, Rutger co-founded The School for Moral Ambition , a non-profit organization inspired by his latest book, Moral Ambition . The initiative helps people to take the step toward an impactful career. ‍ Follow Rutger on Instagram and X | @RutgerBregman 📚 Grab signed copies of Moral Ambition at The Painted Porch | https://www.thepaintedporch.com 📖 Preorder the final book in Ryan Holiday's The Stoic Virtues Series: "Wisdom Takes Work": https://store.dailystoic.com/pages/wisdom-takes-work 🎙️ Follow The Daily Stoic Podcast on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/dailystoicpodcast 🎥 Watch top moments…

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