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Ep. 15 - Awakening from the Meaning Crisis - Marcus Aurelius and Jesus

Dr. John Vervaeke

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Understanding Events and Their Meanings

This chapter emphasizes the crucial distinction between life events and their interpretations, advocating for personal agency over meaning despite uncontrollable circumstances. It draws on Marcus Aurelius' mindfulness practices and critiques contemporary narratives that distort the relationship between events and expected outcomes.

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