People Don’t Take You Seriously? Say These 5 Stoic Phrases | Stoic Lessons

Do you speak and people nod politely… then follow someone else instead?

In this video, you’ll learn 5 Stoic phrases to use when people don’t take you seriously – simple sentences that help you speak with calm authority instead of staying silent or exploding.

If you keep softening your opinions, saying yes when you’re exhausted, laughing off “jokes” that actually hurt, and lying awake thinking “Why does no one take me seriously?”, this is for you.

Most people were never taught how to speak like someone who respects themselves. They only know two modes:
• stay silent and swallow everything
• explode and regret what they said

The Stoic path is different: calm, clear, assertive language that sets standards without shouting, guilt or drama.

In this video you’ll learn 5 Stoic phrases that quietly shift how people see you:

1️⃣ “The way I see it is…”
– A calm way to step into the room instead of sitting in the corner
– Replaces “Sorry, this might sound stupid but…” with clear perspective

2️⃣ “I’d rather you…” / “I’d rather we don’t…”
– A simple way to say no and protect your time, energy and boundaries
– Sets limits without long apologies or drama

3️⃣ “I’d like you to…”
– How to state what you need directly instead of hoping people can read your mind
– Stops quiet resentments from building up for years

4️⃣ “What I expect from you is…”
– A firm phrase for leaders, family and close relationships
– Makes your non-negotiable standards clear so people can actually respect them

5️⃣ “I appreciate you for…”
– The phrase that builds mutual respect instead of silent transactions
– Shows you can be both firm with boundaries and generous with recognition

These Stoic phrases will help you:
• stop training people to treat your voice like background noise
• make people take you more seriously at work, in relationships and with friends
• speak with calm authority instead of over-explaining or staying silent
• build real self-respect every time you open your mouth

Use this video as a practice tool: pick ONE phrase, use it in a real situation this week, and notice how you feel about yourself afterward – not just how they react.

TIMELINE
00:00 - Have you ever shared your thoughts in a meeting
01:35 - You’re not weak.
03:19 - Phrase 1 – “The way I see it is…”
05:22 - Phrase 2 – “I’d rather you…”
07:35 - Phrase 3 – “I’d like you to…”
09:09 - Phrase 4 – “What I expect from you is…”
11:03 - Phrase 5 – “I appreciate you for…”
12:34 - Let’s make this real.


🧱 NEXT STEP
When you’re ready to protect your self-respect even more, watch:
👉 *“Why Silence Is Power When People Disrespect You”* (linked on the end screen)

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• Stoic phrases and rules for self-respect and boundaries
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• Emotional control, calm under pressure and the power of silence

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