Don’t Be “Distracted by Their Darkness” | Marcus Aurelius on Success 

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''You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.'' - Marcus Aurelius

1. Create your teachers. 2. Stop caring about them. 3. Do what is essential. 4. Change your perception. 5. Follow nature's way.

“ Choose not to be harmed “ love that!

You can learn something from toxic people. For example, how not to behave.

“Choose not to be harmed.“ that’s good. There is no need to be outraged or to hurt anybody.

"not to trust schools but to hire private tutors" so wise, I worked in many public schools and the history teaching is so subpar I cannot tolerate being present there. Kids are just contained.

“A blazing fire makes flame and brightness out of everything that is thrown into it.”

Thank you for sharing. I am in the process of removing "I don't care" from my experience to avoid apathetic perspective. I am replacing it with "I am not concerned". It has been good to me, especially in social interactions.

What we think of life is a perception, a judgement. We need to become observers, not reactors.

Love u man You have helped me a lot in my life

I'm not very vocal on any particular RU-vid channel but without a shadow of doubt , I'm grateful for this channel and we need more of this. ❤️

As a creator I appreciate your words. Stoicism has helped me take from others valuable lessons; however at the same time not letting the malevolent individuals impede my progress.

This channel has helped me a lot, my days are filled with anxiety and stress, this channel has helped me understand some root causes.

Always consider your source when getting advice..Never ask a poor man about investing..etc.

SIMPLICITY IS BEAUTIFUL IN NATURE! INTELLIGENTLY EXECUTED OF ENLIGHTENMENT. MEDITATION 🧘‍♀️ AND FOCUS 🧘‍♀️ CAN FREE US FROM ENTRAPMENT . 🙏

I am very grateful for you for this channel! One of the most difficult times of my life became a turning point, and i used this calamity as an improvement.

This is some valuable info. Lot of stress comes from looking at events catastrophically.. Amplifies pain 1000 fold.

Cognitive therapy actually cured me from depression...It was all in my perception of the world. Change your thoughts and you will change your mood.

When I feel like I need to escape my anxiety and chaos within myself. I found this channel. So much love and food for thought and soul all the time. Keep blessing others ❤️🙏 Stay safe.

This is like learning skills from different people and creating an OP player character in video games

Blessings come from a generous heart. Those who give are the most blessed.

Einzelgänger, I say from my whole being that you've truly helped me. Shared profound philosophies with me and helped me to refresh my perspective. I appreciate you thank you for doing what you do, everytime a new video from you appears I get excited. Much Aloha

I love this channel. I listen to your words of wisdom before I meditate every morning. It helps gives me clarity and work out some complex stuff in my life. Keep doing what you do. You're helping people all over the world. I'm from Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean.

I read Aurelius "Introspections" and acknowledge a lot of the wisdom presented in there. Not all can be taken 1:1 into modern times with lots of knew knowledge, but there are gems to be found.

Oohhh maaan, i just found that "meditations" in my school's library and i read it, you aport me a lot of tranquility and now i feel my trail

Ive recommened your channel to so many people, and it calms my soul 🌻. You are a blessing in my life, thank you.

So glad you didn't let the skeptics get to you, these videos are incredibly helpful to me whenever I need them. Thank you so much for your insightful videos!

Thank you for making this video! I learn a lot. Your calm, rational and educated manner of presenting complex philosophical issues comes as a favourite break during the day.

Thank you Mr. Einzelgänger for your inspiring classes. (Teachers seem to be the theme of the day for me) All my best teachers weren't from (a) school. The school of life, where would I be without those teachers,, and some play a small part of my life but helped my recovery big. Every person I've ever met taught me something. I'm better for all of it. And very grateful♥

Thank you Einzelgänger. This really helped me a lot during my first day back from the Christmas break in school. I was really full of fear and anxiety and because of that, I kept self-depricating myself. Therefore, leading me to be absent minded and zone out. But then suddenly I asked myself the same question from the video, "is this necessary?" And then I finally removed the mindset and continued what I was meant to do for school. Thanks again Einzelgänger!

Always something so profound about these videos. Thank you for everything you do for your viewers.

I can imagine just how sturdy Marcus Aurelius stood in the face of ultimate hardship. I can only admire him more

This is one of the great channel for self-development. I'm very grateful for having it in my life. May God bless you!

As a teen and in my early 20s, I was most drawn to existentialism, especially Nietzsche. Then, I was drawn most to Buddhism, particularly the teachings of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hahn at Plum Village Monastery. Now, in my 40s, I find the teachings of Marcus Aurelius most relevant---Meditations---as well as that of other Stoics. Keep up the good work, Einzelgänger. I've seen some of your videos before; but now I'm subscribing. Cheers.

Einzelgänger, thank you very much for another fantastic video. I loved your book and I appreciate your contributions to my life immensely. Going through difficult times but your videos are a steady reminder of how I should handle it all. It’s benefitted me a lot. Keep doing great work.

It is a good thing that you did not heed the skeptics about your channel... because your channel is wonderful! This video really helped me today, when I needed to hear what was said at a crucial moment... thank you!

"Choose not to be harmed " for me easier said than done🤷🏻‍♂️. I really admire people I know getting offended by others (narcissists😈)and not Do or Say anything afterward.

Glad you decided to go through with your plans. Your videos are very informative and I'm sure you've helped saved some peoples sanity

Your voice has a healing power! ❤

when i feel conflicted or distraught i come to this channel, thank you for giving peace of mind. cheers m8

I am so happy you follow your vision and share it with us !

Very inspiring & sincere advice! This is a healthy & positive way to look at success. In today's modern society, we are all bombarded by the toxic consumerist propaganda that tries to condition us to think that "success" is about how much $ we make, what fancy car we drive, what big house we buy, what fancy title we acquired, what expensive clothes we wear, what shiny jewelry we wear, what great job we got, etc. All of it being shallow, unnecessary & superficial, in the grand scheme of things. All the while ignoring or downplaying all the wonderful, hard-working people, the ones that are truly successful in making their families, communities & the world a better place. As a US Army veteran, I know from personal experience that true success comes not in the form of wealth or fancy titles, but from the selfless service & sacrifice you make for your brothers-in-arms. I remember how my parents were strongly opposed to my enlistment as well. I know their concerns were genuinely well-meaning, but I'm glad I didn't heed their advice & chose my own path. I would have missed out on many incredible experiences & things that benefited my life & the life of others. Everytime someone doubts me or tries to tell me what I can't do, it only fires me up & motivates me to continue with my plan of action. What could be more stoic than that?

Great. Clear and concise. a great philosophy for our own times too.

In French, there's a saying (I try to translate) ''those who gives you an advice aren't those who will pay''. So when I'm asked for an advice, I always start with that and explain it's only my opinion, with my personality and knowledge. And I always try to remember that when I'm given an advice too. It works both ways.

powerful, well-written and, immensely important words that many around the world should listen to

Unconditional positive regard.

Chinese adage - "There must be at least one teacher in a group of three people."

thanks for the videos man, Marcus Aurelius is truly badass

Just got your ebook. Your channel is helping improve and reflect every day. Getting into a stoic mindset takes time, but I will get there.

This might well be the most important video of your channel. The message is very clear and eminently applicable to various situations in life. Keep up the great work.

Human beings are more similar than they are different!

don’t know what I’d do without your channel, thank you so much.

Thankful that Marcus Aurelius's "Meditations" was kept and helped so many generations after him. Also, your videos are very worth watching, thank you.

That is the best video of the channel, for me (from my perspective, lol). I loved it so much. We really need that kind of wisdom in our daily life, in a world full of noise, distraction, lack of clarity, and doubts..

You/tube has helped me understand narcissistic behavior in others and everything about narcissism. I was stalked for over 25 years and finally called the stalkers out in public as they were trying to destroy me and my reputation. That really is all that I needed to do. I love painting, meditating, prayer, being in nature, my animals and two friends I talk to regularly who live in another state. I also love to read and write. I love my home and have much gratitude for many things in my life. Now I realize more than ever that caring what others think is not conducive to living a good life.

Toxic ppl teach you what not to do.

This came to me when I needed it most. Thank you.

Thank you! You have been changing my life, sir!

We are a circle within a circle with no begining and no ending

Love this: 6:56: "Develop a neutrality towards to thing we perceive as undesirable." Makes me think to Marcus Aurelius "The first step: Don’t be anxious. Nature controls it all."

It's hard 2 believe that anyone back then lived long enough to see their great grandchildren

This is one of my greatest impacts from studying stoicism: *Do* *what* *makes* *you* *happy* - *Life* *is* *too* *short* *to* *not* *enjoy* *it* =)

Maaan Marcus Aurelious was some character. No wonder his name and writings are still used today

you took my thoughts and put them into words. thanks for.

Thank you for the powerful video!

Your videos are some of the best on RU-vid in regards to this subject matter. Thank you!

what a beautiful narration. Thanks for the content and sharing your insights with us!

Bro your channel is the truth. I devour your videos with great attention. Respect to you💪🏾

Good video. Your third point is really helpful today.I would to see you do a comparison of stoicism to the new shows the witcher and the Mandalorian since both main characters are pretty damn stoic.

Wonder why we can’t have more content like this on youtube 😦

Brilliant Video

Well said, well put together. Amazing! Thank you.

Soothing voice, great maxims, easy explanations.

I'm so grateful for these videos. They teach me how to improve the way I live. ❤

Be myself with integrity, but do good. Marcus, Jesus and tso zyu are right. This is the way.

I start my day off with this every morning...

This is fulll mediation and advice liked your videos. Thank you so much

Einzelgänger, without you I may have overwhelmingly ended my life much long ago because I felt so alone. I’ve learnt to embrace solitude and learn more about living virtuously. Thank you for sharing your truth.

God bless you friend, and all, all the best to you - my love and deep respect from Greece

Always enjoy your uploads. Keep up the wonderful work!

These videos have been a tremendous help for me lately. Thank you 🙏🏾

"In what way can I contribute to the world that fits my own nature" (desires, aspirations ecc) Wow! How individualist how free So the stoics must have been the first recorded libertarians

Duidelijk uitleg, goede video's en gewoon een goede serie video's over het geheel, Good Busy

You have chosen a nice path. Touching others with real wisdom and your unique angle of sharing. Thank you. Shalom.

Thank you Einzelgänger ! Thank you Marcus Aurelius !

Thank you for going on your own path and listening to yourself to know what's best for you

Amazing! thank you for share

Thank God you overcame the resistance of advice, your channel is one of the best content on RU-vid.

3:25 this is so important for high value men to know I went through this avoid their sight or view too! Be careful with what you share and whom you share it with

I was just noticing how good the editing of your videos are...

Thank you for your work.

Love you for all this beautiful knowledge thank you I am sow grateful and happy for hearing this great knowledge

Thank you… your content gives me a lot of hope and confidence

Marcus Aurelius wisdom still applies today because true wisdom never fails.

I choose the qualities from people I meet. Then I obtain them.

I needed this so much tonight. Thank you for the comfort you bring me, as well as the wisdom.

Thank you! Great video for starting the new decade

One of the best channels on RU-vid. Thank you for what you do 👍

Greetings from Austin Texas! Thank you for following your hearts desire, it has benefited both you and me.😊