Children Quote by Marcus Aurelius
“From Apollonius I learned freedom of will and undeviating steadiness of purpose; and to look to nothing else, not even for a moment, except to reason; and to be always the same, in sharp pains, on the occasion of the loss of a child, and in long illness.”
About This Quote
Source Meditations, Book 2, circa 180 AD
Maintain rational composure and steadfast purpose despite suffering and loss.
In simple terms: Stay calm and focused, even in pain.
Key Takeaway
Practice steady reasoning in hardship.
Themes
philosophy
resilience
stoicism
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- grief
- illness
- personal setbacks
- career challenges
Key Concepts
rationality
purpose
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you remind yourself of reason in crisis?
- What purpose sustains you during loss?
A Different Perspective
Human emotions may still overwhelm rational intent.
