Marcus Aurelius was the most powerful Roman emperor for almost two decades. But despite this, he faced the same problems as we do. «Meditations» is a collection of his thoughts that will help you realize the power of the human mind. You'll definitely have something to learn here.
You can read or listen to the book online, or you can save a lot of time and read the 6 main conclusions from it without the fluff in just 5 minutes.
Enjoy reading!
1. Chasing recognition and fame is pointless
Almost none of the celebrities that we see on TV screens and smartphones have made fame their goal. They became famous only because of their work and development of skills. Therefore, the pursuit of only the recognition of others will not lead to a good result.
And remember: The real beauty of actions lies in the actions themselves, not in what others say about them.
2. Problems are born in the head
It is not our problems that make us unhappy, but our attitude towards them. Our mind is so strong that it is able to overcome any trouble, and in the book «Meditations» there is a great phrase on this subject: