On the recordJanuary 1, 175
Such as are thy habitual thoughts, such also will be the character of thy mind; for the soul is dyed by the thoughts.
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Marcus Aurelius
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gutenberg.orgMarcus Aurelius: “Such as are thy habitual thoughts, such also will be the character of thy mind; for the soul is dyed by the thoughts.”
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In his personal reflections, Marcus Aurelius emphasizes the profound impact of one's thoughts on their character and inner self.
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