On the recordJanuary 1, 175
On the occasion of every act ask thyself, How is this with respect to me?
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Marcus Aurelius
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gutenberg.orgMarcus Aurelius: “On the occasion of every act ask thyself, How is this with respect to me?”
Editor's note · Context
Marcus Aurelius instructs himself to practice self-awareness by questioning the personal relevance and impact of every action.
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