Hard times don’t break relationships — they expose them. In this video, we uncover the five types of people you should never trust when life gets hard, through the clear lens of Stoic philosophy. Struggle acts as a mirror, revealing who truly stands with you and who disappears, mocks, compares, blames, or offers empty encouragement when you need real presence. Drawing from ancient Stoic wisdom, this video explains why loyalty is proven through action, why empathy never ridicules pain, and why false positivity can be just as damaging as cruelty. Stoicism teaches us to choose truth over illusion, clarity over comfort, and self-respect over approval. This video explores: • Signs of false loyalty during hardship • Stoic lessons on trust and resilience • Why some people vanish when things get difficult • The psychology of blame, mockery, and comparison • How to protect your peace during struggle If you’re interested in Stoicism, ancient wisdom, philosophy, human behavior, self-respect, and emotional strength, this video will help you see people clearly when it matters most. Subscribe to Ashes of Knowing for timeless insights drawn from ancient philosophy and hidden truths. If this video resonated with you, like it, share it, and choose clarity over comfort.