The Dichotomy of Control
A practical guide to focusing only on what matters
"I lost over $2 million trying to control things I couldn't control. This framework is how I stopped the bleeding — and rebuilt everything that mattered."
Does this sound familiar?
You spend mental energy worrying about outcomes you can't influence
Other people's opinions consume more of your thoughts than they should
You feel anxious about the future while neglecting what you can do today
Work stress follows you home because you can't stop replaying scenarios
You know you should 'let go' but nobody's shown you exactly how
The Stoics taught the dichotomy of control 2,000 years ago. But most modern interpretations are surface-level: 'focus on what you can control.' Great — but how? When your job is on the line, when your health is uncertain, when someone you love is struggling, telling yourself to 'just focus on what you control' is useless. You need a system.
There's a better way.
This guide breaks down Epictetus's most powerful teaching into a practical daily system. Not philosophy for philosophers — but a decision-making framework you can apply to every stressful situation in your life. I've used this exact process to rebuild after losing millions, navigate health scares, and maintain sanity when everything felt out of control.
What changes when you have this
Immediately identify what deserves your energy versus what's wasting it
Reduce anxiety by 80% through systematic categorization of your concerns
Make better decisions by removing noise from your thinking
Sleep better knowing you've done everything within your power
Handle uncertainty with confidence instead of fear
What's inside
- ✦The complete Dichotomy Framework: 4 categories for sorting every concern in your life
- ✦The Daily Review Protocol: 10-minute evening practice for mental clarity
- ✦21 real-world scenarios with worked examples (health, career, relationships, money)
- ✦The Sphere of Influence Map: visual tool for complex situations
- ✦Emergency Protocol: what to do when panic hits and you can't think clearly
What others say
"As a surgeon, I deal with life and death every day. This framework changed how I prepare mentally. I do better work now because I've stopped carrying what I can't control."
"My startup failed last year. Without this framework, I would have spiraled. Instead, I could clearly see what was in my control (next steps) versus what wasn't (the past). Started a new company within 3 months."
No-Risk Guarantee
Apply this framework for 14 days. If you don't notice a significant reduction in anxiety and improved focus, I'll refund every penny. I rebuilt my life with this system — I know it works.
The Dichotomy of Control
A practical guide to focusing only on what matters
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Marcus Chan
Former consultant and CEO who lost over $2 million to gambling addiction. Found Stoicism at rock bottom. Rebuilt everything. Now teaches what actually works.