Philosophy can be practical.
Best of all, they’re still relevant today.
Before we proceed, I’d like to make one thing clearI’m far from a philosopher.
you’re able to’t simply consume philosophy.
you better practice it and constantly have it on your mind so you can benefit from it.
Keep your philosophy ready tooready to understand heaven and earth.
you’re able to remove this anxiety by remembering that people’s opinions are temporary.
Consult your own values and think about your view of yourself.
Keep this principle in mind.
He writes inLetters:
We in our crimson luxury toss and turn with worry, stabbed by needling cares.
What soft sleep the hard earth gave those people!
As much as possible, keep your self-worth from being tied to your possessions.
You’re not really relaxing or resting up.
You’re getting more stressed out.
Rest is sometimes far from restful.
Physically lying down isn’t always the solution to mental exhaustion or stress.
Instead of indulging in rest and relaxation,relax less than you think you should probably.
It couldhelp you perform better.
And there is nothing so certain as the fact that the harmful consequences of inactivity are dissipated by activity.
That’s not to say you should use work as an escape for your life’s problems.
There’s a difference between spinning your wheels and actually getting your work done.
That’s why Seneca is adamant that you should be friends with people that can make you better.
Welcome those who are capable of improving.
The process is a mutual one: men learn as they teach.
You’re not going to have these people in your life forever.
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