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May 2024
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The New Stoic Morning Meditation for Res...

JON BROOKS
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Join us in this transformative meditation session inspired by the wisdom of the Stoics. Today, we explore the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and Seneca, focusing on mindfulness, acceptance, and the preciousness of the present moment. This guided meditation will help you embrace each thought and emotion, reflect on past challenges, and prepare for future ones with a Stoic mindset.


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