Non-Stoics are busy, chasing more, (more money, more possessions, more attention). They think that they will be happy if they get that next possession or achievement. Then they get it, realize they are still unhappy, and chase the next thing. A vicious cycle of chasing but never catching.
The Stoic stands out by standing still. They don’t chase after possessions. You will not see them driving in a fancy car or wearing the latest fashions. They realize that they already have everything that truly matters. They know that when you are happy with what you have, you never need more than what you hav
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