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“I observed mildness of temper, and unchangeable resolution in the things that he had determined after due deliberation; and no vainglory in those things that men call honors; and a love of labor and perseverance; and a readiness to listen to those who had anything to propose for the common weal…” quote by Marcus Aurelius
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““I observed mildness of temper, and unchangeable resolution in the things that he had determined after due deliberation; and no vainglory in those things that men call honors; and a love of labor and perseverance; and a readiness to listen to those who had anything to propose for the common weal; and undeviating firmness in giving to every man according to his deserts; and a knowledge derived from experience of the occasions for vigorous action and for remission.””

Marcus Aurelius

About This Quote

Source Book: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, c. 180 AD

A wise leader balances calmness, firm decisions, humility, hard work, openness, fairness, and experience‑based judgment.

In simple terms: A good leader is calm, decisive, humble, hardworking, fair, and learns from experience.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate balanced leadership qualities.

Themes

leadership virtue humility hard work fairness

Mood

thoughtful steady

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • crisis management
  • performance reviews
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Stoicism ethical decision‑making experience moderation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance firmness with compassion?
  • When have you let experience guide a tough decision?
A Different Perspective

May become overly rigid if not tempered by empathy.

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