Book Freak 125: Tips for Better Living From a Roman Emperor

In this issue: four pieces of advice from Meditations by Marcus Aurelius.

Cultivate the power of your mind

“You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”

Think high-quality thoughts

“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.”

Never let the future disturb you.

“Never let the future disturb you. You will meet it, if you have to, with the same weapons of reason which today arm you against the present.”

Bear misfortune worthily

“Here is a rule to remember in future, when anything tempts you to feel bitter: not ‘This is misfortune,’ but ‘To bear this worthily is good fortune.’”

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