Lee Davy shares a few lessons of Stoic philosophy that can help you improve your poker game including beginning with the end in mind, sticking to the path, and bearing the pain.

Two of the most famous Stoic pieces of literature are Letters From a Stoic and On The Shortness of Life by Seneca. Tools of Titans author, Tim Ferriss, was so heavily influenced by Nero’s advisor that he created The Tao of Seneca: Letters From a Stoic Master, an audio book based on Seneca’s writings. And the great philosopher is also featured prominently in The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance and The Art of Living by Ryan Holiday.

Stoic philosophy not only helps you move through life with a greater understanding of what you can and cannot control, but it’s also the perfect philosophy for poker.

With that in mind, here are three pieces of advice from Seneca, lifted from the pages of Holiday’s most recent masterpiece.