STOICISM
See the World Like a Poet and an Artist
Praise, joy, and gratitude. That’s my recipe for daily living.
“Pass through this brief patch of time in harmony with nature, and come to your final resting place gracefully, just as a ripened olive might drop, praising the earth that nourished it and grateful to the tree that gave it growth.” — Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 4.48.2
After reading this quote, I realised I’m not at peace with my life. Constantly, I’m struggling with who I am and battling against my habits and tendencies. How do I find the calm and acceptance for who I am?
Every day, I’m rushing through the day to get it ALL done (which will never happen) and missing the beauty and peace each day offers.
Today, I start by slowing down and seeing the beauty in a small thing and noting it.
I will praise myself for completing something I usually take for granted such as washing the dishes.
I’ve already begun the daily habit of watching a short (10-minute) video on YT that makes me laugh and that is adding joy to my days.
In my Hero’s Journal, I record 3 things I am grateful for and will continue to do that daily.
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