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True happiness comes from within, not from external circumstances. Virtue is the path to a fulfilling life. Reflect on your actions today and commit to one virtuous act you can perform tomorrow.
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Pause and take 10 deep breaths when you feel overwhelmed. This helps to calm the mind and regain composure.
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Start your day with 10 minutes of meditation and journaling. This practice helps you set a calm and focused tone for the rest of the day.
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Marcus Aurelius: ‘Don’t let the future steal your joy for today.’ Focus on the tasks and experiences at hand rather than worrying about what might happen tomorrow.
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Spend 15 minutes in silence reflecting on the day’s events. Share one insight or lesson learned with the group.
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Set a timer for 5 minutes, focus solely on your breath, and observe any thoughts that arise without judgment. This helps to reduce stress and improve focus throughout the day.
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Marcus Aurelius: ‘Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.’ To live by this principle, focus on embodying the virtues you admire rather than endlessly discussing them.
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Understand that you can only control your actions and reactions, not external events. Focus on what is within your influence and accept what is not.
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Spend 5 minutes each evening visualizing a potential negative event and how you would cope. This prepares you to face adversity with a calm and rational mindset.
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Gather weekly for a group meditation focusing on Stoic principles. After the session, share one insight or reflection from your meditation with the group.