8 Stoic Quotes By Marcus Aurelius To Change The Way You Think
“You have power over your mind — not external events. Realize this and you will have strength.”
Marcus Aurelius ruled over the Roman empire from 161 to 180 AD, being one of the most powerful people of his time. Ruling the empire with reason, logic, and Stoic philosophy, he became one of the most respected Roman emperors of all time.
We’re fortunate that Marcus Aurelius captured his wisdom in Meditations, a book that was never intended to be published. Instead, Meditations is a collection of his personal writing, providing an unfiltered look into his thoughts, habits, and wisdom.
Marcus Aurelius’ wisdom continues to influence people worldwide to this day. In this article, we’ll look at nine of his most valuable quotes to change the way you think about life.
Focus On What You Can Control
Marcus Aurelius said, “You have power over your mind — not external events. Realize this and you will have strength.”
Most people focus on external events over which they have hardly any control. They’re obsessed with politics, the economy, the weather, and the opinions of random strangers on the internet.
