Steve Villa Nunez Jr

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It is necessary to construct one’s life one action at a time and be content if each of these actions accomplishes its own task as far as possible. There is not a single person who can hinder you so as to prevent this. “But something external will stand in my way.” There is no such thing when it comes to acting justly, with self-restraint and understanding. “But perhaps some other activity will be hindered.” Nevertheless, by gracefully accepting the obstacle and by thoughtfully turning toward that which has been given to you, immediately another action will take its place, one which fully ...more
The Essential Marcus Aurelius (Tarcher Cornerstone Editions)
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