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In this video, we talk about Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, Stoicism, philosophy, and how to stop worrying.

In his *Meditations*, Marcus Aurelius, the last of the five good emperors of Rome, offers us several insights on how to keep calm and carry on with our lives. By following the next 5 principles, you can learn to stop worrying and stay calm in difficult times.

00:00 - Intro
00:26 - Focus on the present moment.
01:26 - Expect and prepare for the worst.
02:13 - Your honor is the only thing that truly matters.
03:22 - Don’t overvalue the opinion of others.
04:29 - Realize that everything is impermanent.
05:34 - Conclusion

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