The Roman Emperor on Strength, How to Transform Misfortune Into Fortune, And Death (Episode 166)

In this episode, Michael and Caleb explore Meditations 4.49-51, where Marcus Aurelius discusess resilience, misfortune, death, and simplicity. Be like a promontory against crashing waves. (01:09) 49, Section 1 (08:20) 49, Section 2 (11:21) It's Not Things Themselves That Harm Us (15:44) Powerful Phrases (17:45) Stoicism Is For Everyone (21:21) 50 (33:39) 51 *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [http://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe] Download the Stoa app (it's a free download): https://stoameditation.com/pod If you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/