The Stoic Handbook by Jon Brooks Stoicism in 3 Minutes: Master Your Emotions with Erick Cloward
Jun 4, 2025
Discover how Stoicism can reshape your emotional responses and help you stay calm in any situation. Learn to manage feelings in proportion to events, highlighting that your perspective is key. The principles of consistency and daily practice are emphasized for lasting change. Erick shares personal insights on overcoming anger, showcasing the power of shifting your mindset. With quotes from Stoic philosophers, this engaging summary offers practical wisdom for emotional resilience.
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Stoics Feel Emotions Proportionally
- Stoics aim to feel emotions proportionally to the true value and significance of events. - This avoids overreacting to situations deemed unworthy of strong emotions.
Erick's Journey to Calmness
- Erick Cloward used to get angry easily but learned calmness by changing his thinking. - He made a podcast to practice Stoicism daily, helping him become more consistent and less reactive.
Control Judgments, Control Reactions
- Recognize your feelings stem from your judgments, not events themselves. - Use this awareness to improve your reactions and recover quickly from emotional disturbances.