Author: Erick
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292 – Interview with Ori Halevy: Comedian and Comedy Writer
In a cozy Berlin coffee shop, Erick Cloward’s interview with Ori Halevy delves into the intersections of comedy, philosophy, and life’s complexities. This engaging conversation uncovers the unique perspective of a comedian navigating the philosophical landscapes of Berlin’s vibrant English-speaking comedy scene. Through laughter and reflection, they explore how humor can illuminate our understanding of…
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291 – Finding Your Genius: Flipping Your Flaws Into Features
“Strive for excellence, not perfection, because we often find excellence in our imperfections.” —Harriet Braiker Discover the transformative power of viewing your traits through a new lens. In this episode we explore how what we see as weaknesses can actually be strengths in disguise, urging us to shift our perspective and embrace our unique attributes…
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290 – Laughing With The Stoics: Finding Humor on the Path to Virtue
“It’s better for us to laugh at life than to cry over it.” — Seneca Discover how Stoicism embraces humor as a vital component of living a virtuous life. Uncover the wisdom behind laughing at life’s absurdities and how it contributes to resilience, joy, and a deeper understanding of Stoic philosophy.
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289 – Interview with Mark Tuitert: Olympic Gold Medalist Speed Skater and Stoic Author
Delve into the world of Olympic gold medalist Mark Tuitert, as he shares his journey from the ice to authoring “The Stoic Mindset.” Discover how stoicism fueled his triumphs and helped navigate life’s challenges, offering a unique insight into achieving greatness while maintaining inner peace.
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288 – Starting Stoicism
“Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking.” —Marcus Aurelius New to Stoicism? Embark on a journey into Stoicism, an ancient philosophy that teaches the mastery of self through control, judgment, and understanding emotions. Discover practical wisdom for living a virtuous life amidst modern…
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287 – Interview with Constatin Morun of Unleash Thyself Podcast
Dive into an enlightening conversation between Erick Cloward of the Stoic Coffee Break and Constantin Morun from Unleash Thyself Podcast. They explore the transformative power of self-discovery, the quest for purpose, and the journey to living a life aligned with one’s true self.
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286 – Remember Death
“You could leave life right now. Let that determine what you do and say and think.” — Marcus Aurelius How often do you think about your death? Consider how facing your mortality can make your life richer, fuller, and happier. Remembering death helps us appreciate the present moment and find contentment now rather than waiting…
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285 – Ambition or Contentment
“Don’t seek for everything to happen as you wish it would, but rather wish that everything happens as it actually will—then your life will flow well.” — Epictetus Learn how stoicism can help you achieve your goals while still finding contentment in your daily life. Discover the balance between ambition and contentment, and how focusing…
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284 – Q & A – Daily Life, God, Difficult People, and Politics
This week’s episode is a Q & A edition. I talk about how to practice stoicism in daily life, god, dealing with difficult people, and who would Marcus Aurelius vote for!
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283 – Interview With Gavan Wilhite
In this week’s episode, I had a captivating conversation with Gavan Wilhite, a serial entrepreneur. We discussed the power of stoicism in business and making a positive impact on the world. Gavan is an exceptional individual, and I’m sure you’ll enjoy our enlightening discussion.