Erick Cloward’s Stoic antidote for modern chaos
“In a hundred years, will it matter?” — Stoic strategies for when life hits hard
Hey friends,
If you've ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or like life has spun completely out of your control—this conversation might help shift something for you today.
In my latest video, I sat down with
, the voice behind Stoic Coffee Break, to ask a simple but powerful question:“If someone finds Stoicism in a moment of stress, what’s the first thing they should do?”
What followed was one of the most grounded, real, and useful Stoic reflections I’ve heard in a long time.
🎥 Watch the full clip here ⬇️
(~5 minutes of calm clarity)
Here’s a taste of what Erick shared:
The View from Above – mentally zoom out 30,000 feet and ask: how big is this problem really?
Amor Fati – why accepting life as it is (even the unfair parts) gives you your power back.
The 100-Year Rule – a simple mental trick that can instantly shrink social shame and regret.
A personal story of losing €5,500 in an apartment scam—and choosing not to be angry.
What I love about Erick’s take is that it’s not abstract philosophy. It’s practical Stoicism, grounded in real emotional situations that we all face.
And he doesn’t dodge the pain. He faces it—and shows how you can too, with grace.
▶️ Watch the interview clip on YouTube
If it resonates, feel free to hit reply and let me know which idea stuck with you most. And if you’ve got a Stoic tool that helps you when life feels overwhelming, I’d love to hear it.
Stay steady,
Jon
The Stoic Handbook