Begin Each Day with the Calm of the Stoics… Resilience Isn’t Found—It’s Practiced
The Stoic Cheat Sheet delivers ancient wisdom for modern resilience. Written by Dr. Dave Dickey—a father, coach, and caregiver—this book distills timeless Stoic philosophy into a simple, daily practice to help you conquer stress, master your emotions, and live with clarity and strength.
Inside, you’ll find:
• Tools to stay calm under pressure
• 1-day challenges to build unshakable resilience
• Practical hacks for parents, professionals, and anyone facing adversity
Stop surviving—start thriving. Begin your day with purpose, the Stoic way.
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The Stoic Cheat Sheet
Dr. Dave Dickey is a devoted father to two incredible children, Von and Emma. With over 15 years of experience in coaching sports—ranging from Special Olympics basketball and tennis to coaching his own kids’ basketball teams—Dave has long been passionate about mentoring young athletes.
Professionally, Dave is a senior analyst at Peraton, where he has dedicated nearly 20 years to serving the Defense and Intelligence Community. He has pioneered innovative strategies in foreign policy and Information Operations. Outside of work, Dave enjoys spending time fishing, improving his golf game, and watching a good fight card with friends.
Our Mission
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Table of Contents
1. Perception and Control
10. Equanimity
40. Humility
80. Simplicity
120. Presence
130. Gratitude
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Our Mission
At The Stoic Cheat Sheet, our mission is to make the timeless philosophy of Stoicism practical, personal, and accessible for modern life.
Inspired by a caregiving journey and grounded in real-world resilience, we help individuals find clarity, strength, and balance through simple, actionable Stoic practices.
Whether you’re a caregiver facing burnout, a leader under pressure, or simply someone striving to live with more purpose, calm, and gratitude, The Stoic Cheat Sheet offers practical tools, workshops, and reflections to help you focus on what you can control — and let go of what you can’t.
Our goal is to guide you toward resilient living, emotional balance, and inner peace — one intentional day at a time.