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We must not wish for the disappearance of our troubles but for the grace to transform them.

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Simone Weil

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Mar 12, 2025

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Marcus Aurelius
Roman Emperor. Philosopher. Journaler.

Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire during one of its most turbulent periods — and met it with uncommon reflection and calm. His personal notes, collected in Meditations, were never meant for an audience. But today, they remain one of the most powerful testaments to inner clarity, humility, and strength.

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