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hadidotj t1_j6dddbi wrote
Reply to comment by stan4MarcusAurelius in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
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mythrocks t1_j6d9t6p wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
Perhaps it is the short form presentation of Aurelius’s ideals that you find off putting. Consider watching this lecture for more context:
Teminite2 t1_j6d95u6 wrote
Reply to [Image] "6 months from now" by Butterflies_Books
I can't put into words how crazy the last year was. My life has been turned 180 and I never saw it coming.
addicuss t1_j6d8f0c wrote
I love the Mel Gibson cameo on #2
imasensation t1_j6d80uz wrote
Reply to [Discussion] Fed up? Bored? Fed up with being bored? Ready to get on with the rest your life? by EERMA
What sucks for my situation is I don’t necessarily want to pursue the life everybody thinks is the way. My view of happiness and a good life is entirely different than what most people want. Most people would not consider what I want out of life to “be my best life”. This is where I struggle to define goals. I can’t stand that “success” is an opinion and most people don’t share my view on it
DeepMedium3 t1_j6d66oi wrote
WtfDoICallMyself23 t1_j6d5739 wrote
Reply to comment by Anthony_Delafino in [Discussion] How can I best use my upcoming 4-weeks off work? I am very lazy and afraid I am going to waste it and end up doing nothing by Anthony_Delafino
You should keep the feed updated and tell us what you’re doing each day. You have accountability and we have a vicarious vacation. Everyone wins 🎉
WtfDoICallMyself23 t1_j6d4yo8 wrote
Reply to comment by Anthony_Delafino in [Discussion] How can I best use my upcoming 4-weeks off work? I am very lazy and afraid I am going to waste it and end up doing nothing by Anthony_Delafino
Stay at a place where they have a mini kitchen so you can make your own food and save money. Go hiking and take sandwiches.
WtfDoICallMyself23 t1_j6d4c7k wrote
Reply to [Discussion] How can I best use my upcoming 4-weeks off work? I am very lazy and afraid I am going to waste it and end up doing nothing by Anthony_Delafino
Maybe there’s some depression you’re dealing with. A lot of this is characteristic of ADHD, just a thought not saying you have it and it can be over diagnosed. With that being said, I am in that same struggle in varying degrees with myself alllll the time. I set plans that I have to show up for - so things like going to the gym- I go with a friend that I don’t want to let down. Orange theory charges you if you don’t show up. Book tickets to an event and just get it without thinking about your schedule. Once it’s on the calendar it tends to happen. Sometimes a vitamin B12 shot gives me that extra boost when I’m in a slump. Leave your smoke at a trusted friends house and be just uncomfortable with knowing it’s not at your fingertips.
jdub2005 t1_j6d3wsd wrote
Reply to comment by control9 in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
Good point. I didn’t get that one. Maybe it’s because he was emperor so he thought nobody could hurt him unless he let them. That may have made his crazy son want to hurt him even more.
jdub2005 t1_j6d3tdq wrote
Reply to comment by Orangeb0lt in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
Wow
freifickmuschimann t1_j6d29va wrote
- If your wife cheats on you with a gladiator have them summoned to have sex in front of you, then have the gladiator executed while on top of her and proceed to finish the job he started by having sex with her while covered in his blood. Gladiator blood is an aphrodisiac, or whatever.
849 t1_j6d0zqw wrote
Reply to comment by NewDad907 in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
Action-reaction vs action-cognition-reaction
Adaesemus t1_j6cxxna wrote
#11. Embrace nepotism and hand over rule to your incompetent son at the end of your reign, breaking the long held tradition of choosing an Emperor based off merit. Then said son can usher in the beginning of the end of Rome, but don’t worry you wrote some philosophical shit, so history will gloss over this and talk about what a great leader you were.
EspressoVagabond t1_j6cxrpp wrote
Reply to comment by shadeyrain in [Image] "6 months from now" by Butterflies_Books
Weirdly I just realized I'm six months and a day since getting laid off from what also seemed like my dream company to work for.
The first couple weeks are the toughest, mentally. But it gets better. And I found that it's really an opportunity as well. I started a business, learned to code, lived abroad in some lower cost-of-living areas. That's not gonna be the path for everyone, but it's been great for me. And while I'm definitely still carrying some of the baggage from the layoff, it's lighter today.
Keep your head up! It's important to keep in mind that any job is still just a job. It's not your whole life, so don't make it.
Emotional_Top_7528 t1_j6cwpgd wrote
Reply to I need a reason [Text] by svedge_weed
I have struggled myself with this. I honestly believe life is about serving others. I have got great joy in helping others succeed or helping them in anyway possible. Maybe volunteer at homeless shelter or find ways you can give your time to people in need.
FreyrPrime t1_j6cwp0h wrote
Reply to comment by SnooHobbies8473 in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
It’s one of the better examples of the dangers of Nepotism..
I saw a statue of good ol’ Commodus last time I was in Rome. He was depicted as Hercules, as was apparently his thing…
StowinMarthaGellhorn t1_j6cw2ny wrote
Reply to comment by Clever_Mercury in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
I read his writings every morning before I meditate. These two practices have transformed my life this last year. Got me graciously through a divorce after a ten year marriage and have vaulted me in my career. His work is amazing.
imhangryagain t1_j6curf4 wrote
Reply to comment by sakurosan in [Image] "6 months from now" by Butterflies_Books
Set your alarm clock. Get up at the same time every day. Make your bed and take a brisk walk. While walking think about what is important to you and when you come back home do something to make this happen. Even if it is only looking up a phone number to ask about a job. Feeling productive will start your day off the right way - this is from someone who has experienced a huge personal loss. You’ve got this!!
givemeabreak432 t1_j6ctrjg wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in [Image] "6 months from now" by Butterflies_Books
Man, i was just responding to that other guy who decided to diagnose my wife with one line. You guys don't have the full story. I have been introspective and trying to work on myself. I have been actively trying to change myself. Honestly, I have been blaming myself and my own actions a bit too much, according to my family.
ionertia t1_j6crrhn wrote
Reply to comment by dickbutt_md in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
I couldn't find any. I wouldn't read any of these unless I know they weren't written by some unknown.
ionertia t1_j6crnic wrote
Reply to comment by kuroninjaofshadows in [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
I wouldn't want to waste my time with potentially misattributed quotes.
[deleted] t1_j6cqidy wrote
Reply to comment by givemeabreak432 in [Image] "6 months from now" by Butterflies_Books
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crookedcrimesisters t1_j6cq05c wrote
Reply to [Image] "6 months from now" by Butterflies_Books
6 months ago my now ex husband of 13 years got me pregnant for the 5th time. I thought we were working on reconciliation apparently those were just words and he had other plans. A month later he cut me off and moved in with his girlfriend. I just found out yesterday she’s pregnant too. 6 months from now I’ll be raising a daughter whose father abandoned her while he welcomes another life. I pray to God I can be enough for her because the guilt that he has nothing to do with her because of me kills.
Josehelfs23 t1_j6ddumi wrote
Reply to [Image] Marcus Aurelius and his ten rules by kuroninjaofshadows
Op, can I use this poster and translate it into Portuguese and post it?