What We Can Learn From Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius wasn’t just an emperor. He was a man who carried the weight of an entire empire on his shoulders, and still held himself to the highest standard. One thing Marcus embodied relentlessly: - Self-ownership. He didn’t blame fate, the Senate, or his enemies for the challenges he faced. He saw every problem as an opportunity to practice virtue: patience, courage, discipline. Modern Application: Today, most men are quick to point fingers: - The economy is bad. - My boss doesn’t get it. - The algorithm is against me. Marcus would call that exactly what it is, excuses. You can’t control what the world throws at you. You can only control how you respond to it. Where are you slipping into blame instead of taking ownership? What would happen if you approached your problems as training for your character? Comment below with one area of your life you’re ready to own fully.