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More Quotes by Marcus Aurelius
Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking.
It is not death that a man should fear, but he should fear never beginning to live.
Death smiles at us all, all a man can do is smile back.
Most of what we say and do is not essential. If you can eliminate it, you'll have more time, and more tranquillity. Ask yourself at every moment, 'Is this necessary?'
There is but one thing of real value - to cultivate truth and justice, and to live without anger in the midst of lying and unjust men.
Think of all the years passed by in which you said to yourself "I'll do it tomorrow," and how the gods have again and again granted you periods of grace of which you have not availed yourself. It is time to realize that you are a member of the Universe, that you are born of Nature itself, and to know that a limit has been set to your time. Use every moment wisely, to perceive your inner refulgence, or 'twill be gone and nevermore within your reach.
If it is not right do not do it; if it is not true do not say it.
You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.
Life is short. Do not forget about the most important things in our life, living for other people and doing good for them.
The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.
