The Guided Meditations of Marcus Aurelius

Episode 6 - Control Daytime Episode

26 min · 20. maj 2026
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Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2618721/fan_mail/new] This is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day. In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through one of the central teachings of Stoic philosophy; understanding what is truly within your control. Inspired by the wisdom of Epictetus, this meditation invites you to release attachment to external events and return your attention inward. Through calm reflection and mindful awareness, you’ll explore the quiet strength that comes from focusing only on your thoughts, choices, and actions; the things no outside force can take from you. Whether you are new to Stoicism or deepening your practice, this meditation offers a peaceful reminder that clarity, resilience, and tranquility begin within. Take a breath, settle in, and allow yourself to let go of what you cannot control while reconnecting with the wisdom and steadiness that already lives inside you.

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