Marcus Aurelius – 3 Rules Of Life (Stoicism)
Lesson summary:
In the video, the speaker discusses the three rules of life that Marcus Aurelius, a Stoic philosopher and Roman emperor, believed in. The first rule is to aim for pure judgment of events by avoiding value judgments and personal biases. The second rule is to only desire what is within our control in order to eliminate unnecessary stress and anxiety. The third rule is to act for the common good and prioritize ethical actions that benefit society. The video also touches on the Stoic philosophy of accepting what is outside of our control and focusing on our internal mindset rather than external circumstances. The speaker suggests that these rules are still relevant in modern times and can be applied through cognitive behavioral therapy and self-reflection.