Cost of Glory 22 - Vice and the Cold Jacket
Jan 19, 2022
Explore the concept of wealth and power, and how inner disposition plays a role in happiness. Delve into the connection between virtue and happiness, and reflect on the value of inner strength in challenging circumstances.
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Source of Happiness
- External things like possessions don't inherently bring lasting happiness.
- True happiness comes from a well-developed inner disposition, like warmth comes from within.
Power of Virtue
- A virtuous inner disposition makes external circumstances more enjoyable.
- It also allows one to bear hardships like poverty and old age more easily.
Cultivating Virtue
- Cultivate virtue, including justice, temperance, courage, and wisdom.
- Treat every day as practice for life to develop this inner disposition.