367 - Choosing From the Wreckage: The Stoic Guide to Impossible Decisions

The podcast addresses how to make decisions when all available choices seem negative, using stoicism as a guide. It highlights the "sunk cost fallacy," where individuals continue investing in something due to past investments, clouding their judgment. Erick Cloward suggests acknowledging grief over lost investments to think more clearly. He introduces practical steps, including drawing a circle to differentiate between what one can and cannot control, focusing on present actions, and redefining good decisions based on integrity rather than outcomes. The podcast emphasizes that true strength lies in acknowledging and processing emotions and acting virtuously.