The Road to Character by David Brooks

In The Road to Character, David Brooks explores the deeper values that define a meaningful life, contrasting what he calls ‘résumé virtues’—skills and achievements—with ‘eulogy virtues,’ like kindness, integrity, and courage. Through inspiring stories of historical figures and their moral journeys, Brooks illustrates how true character is built through humility, struggle, and self-reflection. This episode delves into Brooks’s insights, offering listeners a roadmap for cultivating inner strength and living a life of purpose and substance.