Take a moment to pause and reflect before responding to any situation.For example:<ul><li>Take a deep breath before responding to an email that upsets you.</li><li>Count to ten before saying something you might regret in an argument.</li><li>Step away from a stressful situation for a few minutes to collect your thoughts.</li></ul>

Reflect before reacting

View challenges as chances for growth and learningFor example:<ul><li>View a job loss as a chance to find a career you're more passionate about.</li><li>Consider a health challenge as an opportunity to improve your overall well-being.</li><li>Look at a relationship breakup as a chance to learn and grow.</li></ul>

See obstacles as opportunities

Observe your emotions without being overwhelmed by themFor example:<ul><li>Observe your feelings of anger without letting them control your actions.</li><li>Acknowledge your sadness without getting overwhelmed by it.</li><li>Notice your fear without letting it paralyze you.</li></ul>﻿﻿

Practice dispassion

Reflect on your thoughts, emotions, and experiences through journalingFor example:<ul><li>Write about your thoughts and feelings each day.</li><li>Reflect on your experiences and what you can learn from them.</li><li>Track your progress in practicing Stoicism.</li></ul>

Keep a Stoic journal

Gain perspective on your problems by considering their long-term significanceFor example:<ul><li>When you're upset about a minor disagreement with a friend, ask yourself if it will still be important in five years.</li><li>If you're stressed about a presentation at work, consider whether the outcome will still matter in five years.</li><li>When you're worried about a negative comment online, ask yourself if it will still bother you in five years.</li></ul>

Ask yourself "Will this matter in five years?"

Focus on what you can control and accept what you can't.For example:<ul><li>Instead of worrying about the weather, focus on bringing an umbrella if it's predicted to rain.</li><li>Rather than stressing about traffic, choose a route that is less likely to be congested.</li><li>Instead of getting upset about a missed flight, focus on finding alternative transportation or accommodations</li></ul>

Understand what's in your control

Focus on the positive aspects of life and appreciate what you haveFor example:<ul><li>Focus on the positive aspects of your life, such as your health, family, and friends.</li><li>Appreciate the small things, like a beautiful day or a delicious meal.</li><li>Keep a gratitude journal to remind yourself of all the good things in your life.</li></ul>

Practice gratitude

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0:00 Introductory quote of Marcus Aurelius
0:37 Lesson #1 Understand What's In Your Control!
2:56 Lesson #2 Reflect Before Reacting
5:51 Lesson #3 Practice Dispassion
8:29 Lesson #4 Ask Yourself: 'Will This Matter in 5 Years?'
10:54 Lesson #5 Keep a Stoic Journal
13:26 Lesson #6 See Obstacles as Opportunities
15:41 Lesson #7 Practice Gratitude
18:05 Outro
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