Weekly Quote: Marcus Aurelius on the Color of Your Thoughts

This week’s quote comes from the Gregory Hays translation of Meditations by Marcus Aurelius.

So much of who you are comes from what you surround yourself with. If you don’t like something about yourself, first examine the inputs. If you’re feeling scattered and struggling to focus, maybe you’re spending too much time on social media. If you are tired, maybe you need more sleep. If you are lonely, you might call a friend or family member. Think about what you are getting and what you aren’t, because it all will color your thoughts, and that will affect you for better or worse.

Ultimately, it’s your responsibility to practice the difficult balance in life, to learn from your mistakes, and find progress through it all.