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#497 - Donald Robertson - The Stoicism Secrets Of Marcus Aurelius
Modern Wisdom
The Stoic Thought That He's Meditating on Death
Meditating on death helps individuals to embrace reason more as a guide to life, broadening their perspective to consider life as a whole rather than moment to moment existence. This contemplation of mortality leads to a balance between being grounded in the present moment and being aware of the totality of existence. By acknowledging the presence and absence of things simultaneously through broadening perspectives, individuals can dilute the intensity of their emotional experiences and enjoy pleasure without becoming consumed by it.
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