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A blog to Think, Learn and Become.Inspiration on Demand: The Magic of Prompt Journaling
Prompt journaling is a writing practice that involves responding to prompts or writing prompts to guide your writing. The prompts can be anything from questions, quotes, or images that inspire you to write. The purpose of prompt journaling is to help you enhance your...
Ten questions to ask yourself, when you ask yourself, “Who am I?”
Self-discovery is gaining a deeper understanding of oneself, one's values, beliefs, strengths, weaknesses, passions, and purpose in life. It involves introspection, reflection, and exploration of one's thoughts, feelings, and experiences to become more...
Discovering the Wisdom of Marcus Aurelius: A Summary of Meditations Book One
Meditations Book One is a collection of personal writings by the Roman Emperor, Marcus Aurelius. The book is divided into twelve parts, known as "books," each containing a series of reflections on various aspects of life, including death, virtue, and the nature of the...
Meditations Book I as written by Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius "Meditations" is a foundational piece of todays study of the stoic phylosophy. Following is audio of Book 1 of "Meditations and full text. Enjoy!From my grandfather Verus I learned good morals and the government of my temper. From the reputation and...
Journaling for ME
Journaling is writing down one's thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a journal or notebook. It is a powerful tool that allows individuals to reflect on their lives, gain clarity, and improve their mental health. Journaling has been shown to have numerous benefits,...
A Simple Question “Who am I?”
Only you can honestly answer that question. After all, you are the expert on yourself! However, I'm here to help you explore your identity and learn more about yourself. Let's start by asking some questions: What are your passions? What are your strengths and...
Reframing Negative Thoughts: A Guide to Stoic Practices
Negative thoughts can be incredibly destructive, impacting our mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. We all experience negative thoughts occasionally, but they can take a severe toll on our well-being when they become a persistent pattern. In this...
An Introduction to Stoic Philosophy
Stoicism, a philosophy born in ancient Greece, has enduring relevance even in today's modern world. Its wisdom provides practical guidance for leading a fulfilling life, irrespective of external circumstances. Zeno of Citium founded Stoicism in the 3rd century BCE....
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Welcome to Ethos Mercatus
Welcome to Ethos Mercatus. A place to Explore, Think, and Become. I am thrilled to have you here and hope you will find everything you need to explore, think, and become the best possible version of yourself. At my core, my mission is to help you get to know yourself...