“In the case of everything that delights the mind, or is useful, or is loved with fond affection, remember to tell yourself what sort of thing it is, beginning with the least of things. If you are fond of a jug, say, ‘It is a jug that I am fond Read more
Being alone has a bad reputation in the modern world; that’s why we present 10 Marcus Aurelius quotes to have a different perspective. When we think of being alone, we associate that with loneliness, awkward silence, or disconnection. But for the Stoics, solitude wasn’t a sign of isolation or sadness. Read more
“So other people hurt me? That’s their problem. Their character and actions are not mine. What is done to me is ordained by nature, what I do by my own.” Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 5.25 Some quotes don’t just challenge us, they set us free. This one from Marcus Aurelius is Read more
“What is the need to weep at parts of life? All life is worthy of our tears: Fresh problems will press upon you before you have done with the old ones.” Seneca, Dialogues and Essays, Consolation to Marcia, 11 Seneca doesn’t flinch from the reality of life’s difficulties. He doesn’t Read more
What is Eupatheia? Eupatheia (Greek: εῦπάθεια) is a good emotion, like joy, based on virtuous actions. It is a central but often overlooked concept in Stoic philosophy. Translated as “good feeling” or “healthy emotion,” it refers to the positive emotional states experienced by the Stoic Sage, someone who lives in Read more
“In a similar way, you too should remind yourself that what you love is mortal, that what you love is not your own. It is granted to you for the present while, and not irrevocably, nor for ever, but like a fig or a bunch of grapes in the appointed Read more
Marcus Aurelius on Death Most people live as if death is distant, but for Marcus Aurelius, it was always on his mind, and these 20 quotes will show that. For the Stoics, death is not something to be feared or avoided; it’s something to prepare for. Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor Read more
What is true masculinity? Here are 10 Epictetus quotes that show the true nature of masculinity. The world is full of loud opinions about what it means to “be a man.” Strength. Power. Status. Control. But few ask whether these ideals are true, lasting, or wise. Epictetus did. And his Read more
What is Daimon? Daimon, or daemon, is the inner spirit and guardian that connects universal reason (Logos) with the individual self, guiding each person toward virtue and alignment with nature. In Stoic philosophy, it is not mystical or external, but the rational core within you that reasons and acts virtuously. Read more
“But it is a much finer thing to be happy, to have a peaceful and undisturbed mind, to have what concerns you dependent on nobody but yourself.” Epictetus, The Discourses, Book 4, Chapter 4.36 In the noise of daily life, news updates, social pressure, and the expectations of others, peace Read more