How did Marcus Aurelius practice Stoicism?
I practiced Stoicism through constant self-examination and rational analysis of my own thoughts and reactions. Each day, I would review my actions, scrutinize my judgments, and remind myself of Stoic principles. This involved distinguishing between what I could control—my own volition and assent—and what I could not—external events and the actions of others. The goal was to ensure my inner life remained ordered and virtuous, irrespective of the external chaos of war and governance.
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