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Illustrator Victor Juhasz on Marcus Aurelius and The Boy Who Would Be King

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Leadership Lessons from Marcus Aurelius

This chapter examines the complex relationships between Marcus Aurelius, his son Commodus, and Lucius Verus, emphasizing the balance of shared versus absolute power in leadership. It reflects on Marcus's upbringing and the role of his mother in shaping his values, alongside personal anecdotes highlighting the challenges of parental expectations and emotional discipline. The conversation explores broader themes of perseverance, family involvement in creative processes, and personal definitions of success, all rooted in the Stoic philosophy of Marcus Aurelius.

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