Stoicism, Law, and Living a Balanced Life — Speed Round with Matthew Campobasso, Chief Legal Officer & Adjunct Professor
Description
Matthew Campobasso opens up about what truly matters to him at this stage in life and career. With 20+ years of experience in law, he explains how Stoic philosophy helped him shift his perspective — from chasing money and titles to focusing on balance, authenticity, and relationships.
He shares what it’s like teaching future lawyers, why he believes success is more about how you show up than how much you bill, and how being a dad shapes his outlook. We also dive into his personal “aha” moments with Stoicism and wrap things up with a fun Matters speed round.
What You’ll Learn
- Why priorities change as we move through life
- How Stoic ideas can help manage stress and pressure in high-stakes careers
- The difference between thinking like a lawyer and being one
- Why money and titles don’t equal happiness
- How authenticity and daily interactions shape your legacy
- The role of Peloton, journaling, and even video games in Matthew’s balance
Matthew’s Takeaways
- “The best way to teach kids to live a good life is to live one yourself.”
- “We can’t control what happens, but we can control how we respond.”
- “Life is a series of interactions. Always aim to make them better, or at least not worse.”
Connect with Matthew
- Follow him on LinkedIn
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