More Quotes by Marcus Aurelius
Nothing befalls any man which he is not fitted to endure.
When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive - to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.
Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth.
Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking.
Both happiness and unhappiness depend on perception
Do not be wise in words - be wise in deeds.
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?'
It never ceases to amaze me: we all love ourselves more than other people, but care more about their opinions than our own.
Why should we feel anger at the world? As if the world would notice?
Adapt yourself to the life you have been given; and truly love the people with whom destiny has surrounded you.