Mick Mulroy on the Beauty of Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations and the Collective Need For Philosophy
The Daily Stoic
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Leadership Should Serve Others, Not Oneself
Marcus is praised for his leadership because he did not pursue unnecessary wars or personal glory like other historical leaders. His focus was not on himself and his actions were not driven by greed for gold, fame, or violence. This contrasts sharply with many modern leaders who are primarily self-serving. The discussion points out that true leaders are those who serve others rather than themselves, and absolute power does not corrupt but reveals the true character of individuals wielding it.
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