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Embrace change and impermanence from "summary" of The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius by Marcus Aurelius (Emperor of Rome)
It is the nature of the world to be in a constant state of flux. Just as the seasons change and the sun sets each day, so too do the circumstances of our lives. We must accept this reality and not resist it, for to do so would only bring about suffering and frustration. Instead, we must learn to embrace change and impermanence. When we cling to things as they are, we set ourselves up for disappointment. Nothing in this world is permanent, and to expect otherwise is to set ourselves up for disappointment. Instead, we must learn to adapt to the ever-changing nature of reality. Just as a sailor adjusts his sails to the changing winds, so too must we adjust our expectations and attitudes in response to the changing circumstances of our lives. It is only by accepting the impermanence of all things that we can find true peace and contentment. W...
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