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Meditations | Marcus Aurelius

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Meditations is a collection of personal insights and observations written by Marcus Aurelius, former emperor of the Roman Empire. Although written between 170 and 180 AD, Meditations still has relevance today. Individual meditations explore themes and practices to improve oneself, and living a good life.

bensyn.shukaliak If you enjoy reading books focused on improving your life, self-control, positioning oneself in society, and overcoming destructive emotions (such as 12 Rules for Life by Jordan B. Peterson), you will put into practice and reap the benefits of this informative read. 2d

bensyn.shukaliak A symbol that would accurately describe Aurelius‘ character and philosophy would be The Olympic Torch, as the flame could represent the three pillars of Stoicism, which Aurelius practiced daily: physics, logic, and ethics. 2d

bensyn.shukaliak Written without any plans for publication, Meditations is a series of personal notes Aurelius writes to himself in the first person perspective. However, his ideas can apply to all individuals as they explore philosophical ideas. Aurelius especially wrote on Stoicism, a school of thought that emphasizes the pursuit of self-control and virtue, as the key to achieving inner peace and happiness. 2d

bensyn.shukaliak Filled with advice for his future self, along with reflections of his personal experiences, including the meaning of life, death, the world, and justice, Meditations makes for a very enjoyable and enlightening read.
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