Focus Inward, Not Outward
- Rather than judging the character and actions of others, which Marcus Aurelius deemed a superficial pastime that distracts from meaningful growth, the sage advised directing all attention and analysis upon one’s conscience and conduct. Monitoring our inconsistencies, lapses in restraint, gossip toward others, and unfinished business provide far greater opportunities for improvement than examining and gossiping over flaws in those around us. Marcus Aurelius suggested that by focusing outward and judging our neighbors, we breed discontent and excuse our need for ethical development.
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