My escape from self-centeredness

Lessons from Marcus Aurelius’ Pandemic Reign

Marcus Aurelius‘ reign from 161 to 180 was defined by a pandemic (which originated in the distant east and quickly overwhelmed Rome’s institutions), civil unrest, interminable wars in the provinces, personal health issues, cultural decadence, income inequality, and so much else. As he would observe in Meditations, people have always been people, and life has…

These 7 Lessons Will Make You Better — RyanHoliday.net

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