Marcus Aurelius – How To Be Successful (Stoicism)

This lesson is about the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and his ideas on how to be successful. Aurelius was a Roman Emperor who wrote a series of autobiographical writings called the Meditations. He believed that everyone has a purpose and that to achieve success, one must focus on giving value and helping others achieve their goals. Additionally, Aurelius suggested narrowing focus by prioritising important goals and limiting the number of goals pursued. Discipline is crucial for success, and one should be aware of the things that are within one’s control and those that are not. Lastly, Aurelius emphasised the importance of accepting sacrifices and always completing one’s duty.