“Since it is possible that thou mayest depart from life this very… — Marcus Aurelius

When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive.

You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realise this, and you will find strength.

Look well into thyself; there is a source of strength which will always spring up if thou wilt always look.

If you are pained by any external thing, it is not this thing that disturbs you, but your own judgment about it.

Since it is possible that thou mayest depart from life this very moment, regulate every… — Marcus Aurelius