Stoic Coffee Break
Erick Cloward
"Act on your principles, not your moods." A weekly meditation on how Stoic principles can help you be a better human. https://stoic.coffee Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/stoic.coffee https://twitter.com/stoiccoffee https://facebook.com/stoiccoffee
Episodes
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Apr 30, 2018 • 9min
112 - Anger Always Outlasts Hurt
Exploring how to navigate and heal from anger, the podcast delves into personal struggles with managing this emotion. Discussing societal anger, it advocates for responding with kindness and compassion. Practical tips include owning emotions and avoiding impulsive reactions.
Apr 29, 2018 • 5min
111 - One Tongue, Two Ears
The podcast discusses the importance of listening over speaking in social interactions, drawing insights from Stoic philosophy. Being a good listener leads to learning, thoughtful responses, and stronger connections with others.
Apr 28, 2018 • 6min
110 - Daily Progress
In this episode, the podcast discusses the importance of daily progress and skill development. Using a personal story of improving singing skills, it highlights the value of consistent effort, practice, mentorship, and patience in achieving meaningful progress.
Apr 27, 2018 • 5min
109 - Reject The injury
Exploring the Stoic idea that we choose how to react to others' actions, not letting insults or injuries harm us. Emphasizing the importance of controlling our emotions and not feeling offended or hurt by external events to maintain emotional wellbeing.
Apr 26, 2018 • 6min
108 - Opinion Of The Self
Exploring the importance of valuing one's own opinion and self-trust, over seeking external validation. Embracing self-value and integrity in a world where others' opinions seem to matter more.
Apr 25, 2018 • 5min
107 - Tranquility Within Your Realm
Discussing the importance of finding tranquility within one's mind, the podcast explores the benefits of single-task concentration, clear thinking, and reduced anxiety. It delves into the challenges of multitasking and the cognitive cost of constantly switching between tasks.
Apr 24, 2018 • 6min
106 - Never Beginning To Live
The podcast discusses the importance of 'Memento Mori' in guiding daily decisions and living a life worth being proud of. It emphasizes not delaying important goals, as tomorrow is not guaranteed. The host shares personal experiences of pursuing dreams later in life.
Apr 23, 2018 • 4min
105 - Bring Pain to Your Enemy
Explore how Stoicism promotes self-improvement instead of seeking revenge, using criticism as a motivation for personal growth. Imagine if political leaders focused on becoming better people rather than tearing down opponents with rhetoric.
Apr 22, 2018 • 6min
104 - The Greater The Difficulty
Embracing challenges for personal growth and skill development is emphasized, drawing inspiration from the wisdom of Epictetus. The host shares anecdotes and motivates listeners to welcome difficulties as opportunities to improve and strengthen skills.
Apr 21, 2018 • 6min
103 - With All Your Heart
Exploring the Stoic principle of amor fati, embracing fate, and loving unconditionally even in challenging relationships
