E040: Be Tranquil
“Occupy thyself with few things, says the philosopher, if thou wouldst be tranquil.“ - Marcus Aurelius
In This Episode, We Get Stoic About:
It is only by decluttering our minds and lives, that we can create space for clarity, purpose, and serenity to flourish. This requires discipline, self-awareness, and a willingness to embrace simplicity in our thoughts, actions, and possessions. We talk about it on the podcast today!
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Takeaways
* Occupying ourselves with fewer things can lead to greater tranquility.
* Simplifying our lives and detaching from unnecessary distractions can bring greater contentment and fulfillment.
* We have control over our thoughts, actions, reactions, attitude, and effort.
* Identifying and eliminating distractions and temptations can help us achieve tranquility.
* Supporting the podcast through Substack or purchasing the book 'In Valor 365 Stoic Meditations for First Responders' can be ways to promote tranquility in our lives.
Until Next Time…out of role!