Ivanka Trump Doesn’t Understand Her Favorite Philosophy
Ivanka Trump recently expressed her admiration for Stoicism, particularly the works of Marcus Aurelius. Ryan Holiday, a prominent advocate of Stoicism, criticized her for not embodying its principles in her actions, particularly regarding her relationship with her father. The discussion sparked debate among commentators about the interpretation and application of Stoic philosophy in contemporary contexts.
- ▪Ivanka Trump praised Stoicism and quoted Marcus Aurelius in a recent interview.
- ▪Ryan Holiday responded by criticizing her lack of alignment with Stoic principles in her actions.
- ▪The debate highlighted differing views on the application of Stoicism in personal and political contexts.
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Ivanka Trump Doesn’t Understand Her Favorite PhilosophyAuthor Ryan Holiday slammed Trump’s daughter for reducing Stoicism to a bauble, showing along the way how nonpolitical influencers can find their anti-authoritarian voice.Matt JohnsonMay 19, 2026ShareA bronze statue of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. (Photo by Abdullah Guclu/Anadolu via Getty Images)ASIDE FROM MARCUS AURELIUS, Epictetus, Seneca, and maybe Zeno of Citium, there is no name more commonly associated with Stoicism than Ryan Holiday. He’s the author of several hugely popular books that introduce the ancient philosophy to a general audience and offer practical tips on how to incorporate its wisdom into everyday life, including The Obstacle Is the Way and The Daily Stoic.
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