More Quotes by Marcus Aurelius
The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.
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?'
Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.
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.
Do not be wise in words - be wise in deeds.
The opinion of 10,000 men is of no value if none of them know anything about the subject.
The things you think about determine the quality of your mind. Your soul takes on the color of your thoughts.
Life is short. Do not forget about the most important things in our life, living for other people and doing good for them.
Be tolerant with others and strict with yourself.
You always own the option of having no opinion. There is never any need to get worked up or to trouble your soul about things you can't control. These things are not asking to be judged by you. Leave them alone.
