Showing posts with label stoic. Show all posts
Showing posts with label stoic. Show all posts

Monday, May 8, 2023

Stoicism


 
"The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way."
- Marcus Aurelius [121 AD - 180 AD]

"This quote encapsulates Aurelius' Stoic philosophy, emphasizing the idea that obstacles and challenges should not discourage us, but rather serve as opportunities for growth and transformation. It suggests that the difficulties we encounter can be viewed as stepping stones toward progress and that the very things that obstruct our path can become the means to overcome them. By shifting our perspective and seeing obstacles as a natural part of life, we can navigate through challenging times with resilience and determination."
- AI generated

Tuesday, August 30, 2022

against unworthy triviality

 


"It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters."
- Epictetus [55-135 CE]

Wednesday, February 9, 2022

control the present moment



"We suffer more in imagination than reality."
Seneca [c. 4 BCE-65 AD]

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

stoic


“Put an end once and for all to this discussion of what a good person should be, and be one.”
Marcus Aurelius