The Stoic Handbook with Jon Brooks Morning Gratitude: A 10-Minute Stoic Practice
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Jan 16, 2026 Start your day with a transformative 10-minute meditation inspired by ancient Stoic practices. Discover the power of gratitude by reflecting on three things you appreciate, shifting your mindset from lack to abundance. Learn how thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca encourage us to notice simple morning gifts and acknowledge personal achievements. Explore the concept of negative visualization to deepen your appreciation for what you have. Set a daily intention to highlight positivity, creating a grateful mindset that endures throughout your day.
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Begin With A Grounding Breath
- Find a comfortable position, close your eyes, and breathe slowly to begin a morning gratitude practice.
- Let the breath settle and intentionally notice simple gifts before the day’s demands take over.
Gratitude As Clear Seeing
- Gratitude for the Stoics is about clear seeing, not blind positivity.
- Epictetus taught suffering comes from wanting what we don't have and ignoring what we do have.
Practice Three Morning Gratitudes
- Practice three gratitudes each morning: a simple comfort, a person, and something about yourself.
- Feel each gratitude in your body rather than just naming it to deepen the effect.