“It is possible to curb your arrogance, to overcome pleasure and pain, to rise above your ambition, and to not be angry with stupid and ungrateful people — yes, even to care for them.”
- Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 8.8
June 29, 2021 7:00 AM
Today marks a milestone in my life. Today is my 50th birthday. Alive for half of a century. This day comes with a bag of mixed feelings.
Todays "The Daily Stoic" reading is an admirable example of recognizing how far I have come. Albeit the title is No Excuses, the message centers around empathy.
Conclusion
When we lack empathy, we find convenient excuses to explain our woes or the woes of others. We can all check our egos, manage our temper and become caring spirits. Be calm, caring, and empathetic.