Bästa Stoicism podcaster (2025)

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Day 19: "Don't Be Ashamed to Need Help" 3:18

24h ago3:18

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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Duty, Justice, and the Art of Kindness 4:45

5d ago4:45

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When those unfamiliar with Stoicism learn about the four cardinal virtues of Wisdom, Justice, Temperance, and Courage, they are sometimes disturbed that kindness isn’t among them. Kindness, however, is indeed a huge part of Stoicism. In this episode, we look at how it is essentially a subdivision of the virtue of Justice, which governs how we shoul…

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The Roman Emperor on Strength, How to Transform Misfortune Into Fortune, And Death (Episode 166) 38:54

6d ago38:54

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In this episode, Michael and Caleb explore Meditations 4.49-51, where Marcus Aurelius discusess resilience, misfortune, death, and simplicity. Be like a promontory against crashing waves. (01:09) 49, Section 1 (08:20) 49, Section 2 (11:21) It's Not Things Themselves That Harm Us (15:44) Powerful Phrases (17:45) Stoicism Is For Everyone (21:21) 50 (…

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Choosing Your Counsel and Thoughts Wisely (Meditations 3.4) 19:08

6d ago19:08

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In this episode, Tanner explores the rich insights of Meditations 3.4 by Marcus Aurelius, focusing on four main Stoic principles. Marcus warns against wasting time on unnecessary concerns about others, emphasizing opportunity cost and the importance of focusing on appropriate external and internal matters. Tanner also discusses the practice of habi…

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Epicurus on justice and injustice

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“The justice that seeks nature’s goal is a utilitarian pledge of men not to harm each other or be harmed. Nothing is either just or unjust in the eyes of those animals that have been unable to make agreements not to harm each other or be harmed. … Justice was never an entity in itself. It is a kind of agreement not to harm or be harmed. It is impos…

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Day 18: Think Like Socrates with Donald Robertson 20:13

2d ago20:13

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Welcome back to Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year). This is Day 18, and I’m excited to share my recent conversation with Donald J. Robertson (author of the new book How to Think Like Socrates). If you enjoy audiobooks as I do, I must mention that Donald doe…

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Day 17: The Perils of Blame 3:18

3d ago3:18

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Day 16: The Good Life 3:39

4d ago3:39

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Day 15: Change is the Only Constant 3:11

5d ago3:11

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Day 14: The Art of Thinking Well 3:52

6d ago3:52

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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Day 13: "Every Day is a Step" 3:30

7d ago3:30

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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Day 12: The Art of Practice 3:24

8d ago3:24

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Day 11: The Art of Having Enough 3:55

9d ago3:55

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Day 10: The View from Above 4:00

10d ago4:00

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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Day 9: Never Stop Learning How to Live 3:30

11d ago3:30

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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Day 8: Let Silence Be the Rule 3:36

12d ago3:36

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What It Means To Do Philosophy 4:55

12d ago4:55

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It can sometimes be challenging to remember what it actually means to “do philosophy.” To some, it’s an abstract concept. When it comes to Stoicism, however, it’s very much a practical pursuit that impacts our daily lives. In this episode, we look at how we can achieve a productive balance between theory and practice. ---- ☀️ Start your next 10 day…

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Day 7: Let Us Postpone Nothing 4:52

13d ago4:52

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Goodhart's Law and Stoicism (Episode 165) 16:36

13d ago16:36

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Goodhart’s Law says: when a measure becomes a target, it ceases to be a good measure. But if that’s true, how should we measure our philosophical progress? In this episode, Michael Tremblay wrestles with this question. *** Download the Stoa app (free): https://stoameditation.com/pod For those who find the app valuable but face financial constraints…

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Death and the Choice to Live Wisely (Meditations 3.3) 17:00

13d ago17:00

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In this episode, I reflect on Meditation 3.3 from Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations, exploring its central themes: the inevitability of death, the futility of fearing it, and the Stoic imperative to live well while we can. Marcus reminds us that even the most accomplished and revered figures—be they healers, conquerors, or philosophers—ultimately succum…

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Day 6: Reasons Not to Worry 4:18

14d ago4:18

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Day 5: The "Truth" of Connection 4:27

15d ago4:27

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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Day 4: The Art of Stoic Joy 4:53

16d ago4:53

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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Epicurus on friendship

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“Of all the things that wisdom provides for the happiness of the whole man, by far the most important is the acquisition of friendship. It is the same judgment that has made us feel confident that nothing fearful is of long duration or everlasting, and that has seen personal security during our limited span of life most nearly perfected by friendsh…

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Day 3: On Conquering Oneself 4:04

17d ago4:04

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Day 2: On Attaining Goodness 4:21

18d ago4:21

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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The Socratic view of the world

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Socrates and Confucius, two of humanity’s sages, amiably conversing in the Athenian agora, just below the Acropolis. Photo by the Author. Summary: Socrates, the ancient Greek philosopher, revolutionized Western philosophy by emphasizing the examination of life, morals, and good and evil. His method of questioning and seeking precise definitions cha…

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Day 1: What is Up to Us? 3:15

19d ago3:15

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📮 Want tools for the art of living? Sign up here: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe Dying Every Day (Stoicism in a Year) is a podcast by the Perennial Leader Project (and Perennial Meditations newsletter). Each episode turns a selected passage from Stoic philosophy into a guided meditation designed to help you (and me) contemplate what it me…

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The Wind Changes In Its Own Good Time 5:49

19d ago5:49

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In this episode, we examine Stoic ways of mentally preparing for the unexpected events that each day presents. It's then possible to resolve to meet them with acceptance rather than struggling against them and creating difficulty for ourselves. ---- ☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines that take only 10 minutes to complete.…

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Stoicism for When You're Stuck (Episode 164) 46:40

20d ago46:40

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Get these tested Stoic strategies pull you out of bed and back into life's beauty. Michael and Caleb explore ancient wisdom for reconnecting with meaning through nature, duty, and proper thinking. (00:47) Set Up (04:33) Crisis in Thinking (10:29) Finding Purpose (19:18) Beauty (26:59) Play With Time (38:43) Be Gentle (42:08) Summary *** Download th…

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Why Other People Do Wrong – Socrates Was Right! (Episode 163) 14:19

27d ago14:19

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No one chooses to be wrong. This core Stoic teaching, inherited from Socrates, shaped how ancient philosophers viewed human behavior and mistakes. In this episode, Caleb explores why the Stoics believed people only do what they think is best – even when those choices seem obviously wrong to others. The episode tackles challenging questions: How do …

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The Beauty on Nature's Processes (Meditations 3.2) 10:00

27d ago10:00

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In this episode, I discuss Meditation 3.2 from Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations. This meditation reflects on the inherent beauty in all things that align with Nature, even when they might seem imperfect or undesirable to us at first glance. Marcus uses examples such as cracks on a freshly baked loaf of bread or the ripe, oozing fig to illustrate how si…

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Epicurus on the limits of true pleasure

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“Bodily pleasure is not enlarged once the pains brought on by need have been done away with; it is only diversified. And the limit of mental pleasure is established by rational reflection on pleasures themselves and those kindred emotions that once instilled extreme fear in human minds. Infinite time contains no greater pleasure than does finite ti…

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A Short Reminder To Do Less 5:15

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"If you seek tranquillity, do less. More accurately, do what’s essential...and in the requisite way. Which brings a double satisfaction: to do less, better. Because most of what we say and do isn’t essential. Ask yourself at every moment, Is this necessary?" —Marcus Aurelius, 4.24 ---- ☀️ Start your next 10 days like a Stoic with morning routines t…

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Why the Stoics Urge Us to Act Before Time and Reason Fade (Meditations 3.1) 18:22

1M ago18:22

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Today we begin Book 3 of Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. Meditation 3.1 reminds us that our time is limited—not just by death, but by the potential loss of our rational faculty as we age. Marcus writes that even if life continues, our ability to reason, comprehend, and adapt to events may diminish. He urges us to press forward with our pursuit of V…

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The Second Arrow (Episode 162) 18:39

1M ago18:39

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Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional. In this episode, we explore a powerful Buddhist concept that mirrors Stoic wisdom: the Second Arrow. The first arrow is the pain life throws at us - rejection, loss, failure. The second arrow? That's the one we shoot at ourselves through our reactions, stories, and judgments. Michael Tremblay discusses the…

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How A Stoic Trains For Life 5:11

1M ago5:11

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The Stoics liked to draw parallels between the practice of philosophy and other, more physical pursuits that require concentrated effort to improve one’s ability. One popular analogy was to present Stoicism as a type of training similar to that an athlete would undertake. In this episode, we reflect on Epictetus's comparison of life to the Olympic …

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Noah Rasheta on Stoicism vs. Buddhism (Episode 161) 1:04:59

1M ago1:04:59

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Author and Podcaster Noah Rasheta explores the parallels between Buddhism and Stoicism with Michael Tremblay. Whether you're seeking practical wisdom or philosophical insight, this conversation offers tools for living more skillfully – regardless of which tradition resonates with you. From handling grief and identity to achieving wisdom, we uncover…

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Why Philosophy Is the Only True Guide Through Life (Meditations 2.17) 23:27

1M ago23:27

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In this episode, I discuss Meditation 17 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the transient and uncertain nature of life. Marcus reminds us that our lives are brief and unpredictable, with the physical and spiritual aspects of existence constantly in flux. In the face of this, Marcus asserts that only Philosophy can serve a…

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Plato on the reciprocity of friendship

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“Ever since I was a boy I’ve always desired to acquire a certain thing. You know how different people desire different things: for example one man desires to acquire horses; another, to acquire dogs; another, gold; another, honors. I’m quite indifferent to those things, but I do passionately love acquiring friends. I’d rather get a good friend than…

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People We Have Met And Don't Want To 5:02

2M ago5:02

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To prepare for the day ahead, the Stoic Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius would often remind himself of the type of people he was likely to come into contact with. “At the start of the day,” he wrote in his Meditations. “Tell yourself: I shall meet people who are officious, ungrateful, abusive, treacherous, malicious, and selfish.” In this episode, we …

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Making Epistemology Cool Again (Episode 160) 46:29

2M ago46:29

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Caleb and Michael discuss Stoic epistemology—how to think well, avoid ignorance, and form justified beliefs. They explore the importance of skepticism, setting realistic standards for truth, and cultivating expertise to navigate complex decisions. (00:00) Common Sense (04:54) Default To Skepticism (09:38) Criterion of Truth (18:31) Common Sense (29…

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Five Ways to Damage the Soul (Meditations 2.16) 26:39

2M ago26:39

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In this episode, I examine Meditation 16 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the ways in which a person’s soul—or daemon, in Stoic terminology—can harm itself. Marcus lists five key actions that damage the soul, emphasizing that such harm occurs when we act contrary to Nature and our rational purpose. The first way we harm…

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Reasons To Write Letters 5:05

2M ago5:05

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The Stoic philosopher Seneca wrote 124 letters to his friend Lucilius and reveled in his replies: "Your letter has given me pleasure, and has roused me from sluggishness." —Seneca, Letters 74.1 This collection of letters is today one of our best sources of Stoic life advice from ancient Rome. In this episode, we look at why we should consider writi…

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The Intuitive Case for Stoicism (Episode 159) 16:57

2M ago16:57

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Caleb Ontiveros makes the case that Stoicism is more intuitive than you might think. He argues that if minor setbacks don't ruin our lives, why should major ones? This episode explores how Stoic ideas about virtue, happiness, and adversity align with our deepest intuitions about living well. *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, …

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How Perception Shapes Reality: Stoic Insights on Framing Indifferents (Meditations 2.15) 15:57

2M ago15:57

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In this episode, I reflect on Meditation 15 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius emphasizes that “all is opinion.” This principle, shared by the Cynic philosopher Monimus, suggests that our perception defines our reality. While this concept is intuitive, its true power lies in recognizing the control we have over how we frame our exper…

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How To Think Like Socrates (Interview With Donald Robertson) 1:47:55

2M ago1:47:55

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Donald Robertson’s new book How To Think Like Socrates will be a welcome release for anyone keen to delve into the life of the man often referred to as the grandfather of Western philosophy. Almost all philosophical schools after Socrates traced their roots to him, including the Stoics. In this episode, I talk to Donald about the book and what we c…

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Bryan Caplan on Epicureanism, Agency, and Self-Help (Episode 158) 58:48

2M ago58:48

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Bryan Caplan, economist and bestselling author, discusses practical wisdom from modern economics and ancient philosophy. He argues against medicalization of human behavior, champions personal agency, and reveals why appeasement often beats confrontation. Caplan shows how lessons from economics can serve as self-help and why creating a "social bubbl…

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How Stoicism Frames Life, Death, and the Importance of Living Well (Meditations 2.14) 19:12

2M ago19:12

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In this episode, I examine Meditation 14 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the nature of time and the present moment. Marcus emphasizes that we cannot lose the past, as it no longer exists, nor the future, as it has yet to arrive. The only thing we can truly lose is the present moment, which is fleeting and finite. He re…

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Why Ignorance of Nature’s Law Is Life’s Greatest Tragedy (Meditations 2.13) 22:07

2M ago22:07

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In this episode, I review Meditation 13 from Book 2 of Meditations, where Marcus Aurelius reflects on the futility of constantly seeking to understand or judge others instead of focusing on our own alignment with Nature. Marcus references Pindar to illustrate how some people waste their lives in endless speculation, failing to see that true fulfill…

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