Letter 18. Want Success? Master The Skills Of Self-Control

Rob Thompson
Sep 7, 2018 · 3 min read
“You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”
Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

In this publication I attempt to translate the Moral letters to Lucilius by Seneca into modern English. In Letter 18, he discussed the importance of self-control. And how to achieve better levels.

Letter 18. Want Success? Master The Skills Of Self-Control

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Letters from a Stoic

Seneca’s ancient Stoic letters translated into modern English

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