This is a return to where the PT³ podcast started: stoicism, self-reflection, and preparing for the storm before it ever arrives. No guest, no sponsor, just me talking through something that's been sitting with me after finishing year one of residency.

I get into the stoic concept of premeditatio malorum, mentally rehearsing hardship before it hits, and how building a consistent, honest relationship with yourself is what actually makes that possible. I talk through what that practice looked like for me this year, why most people wait until the storm is already on top of them to start preparing, and why I believe this is one of the highest-leverage habits you can build, whether you're in healthcare, athletics, or just trying to move through life a little more grounded.

If you've ever felt like you're reacting to your life instead of preparing for it, this one's for you.