"Look well into thyself; there is a source of strength which ..." — Marcus Aurelius
Look well into thyself; there is a source of strength which will always spring up if thou wilt always look.
What This Quote Means
The greatest investment we can make is in our own development and self-understanding.
About Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher, considered one of the last good emperors of Rome.
Marcus Aurelius (121-180 AD) was a practitioner of Stoic philosophy who wrote his personal reflections while governing the Roman Empire during a period of constant warfare and plague.
How to Apply This Wisdom
Embrace discomfort
Seek out one growth opportunity that stretches your comfort zone.
Feedback welcome
Ask for honest feedback and receive it with gratitude.
Daily learning
Commit to learning something new every single day.
Reflection Questions
- In what area of my life am I most stagnant?
- What uncomfortable truth about myself do I need to face?
- What would my best self look like one year from now?
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