Once you accept your own death, all of a sudden you're free to live. You no longer care about your reputation. You no longer care except so far as your life can be used tactically to promote a cause you believe in.
My only fixed truth is a belief in people: a conviction that if people have the opportunity to act freely and the power to control their own destinies, they'll generally reach the right decisions.
Why are some people more successful in business? Why do some businesses flourish where others fail? Renowned business speaker and author, Brian Tracy has discovered the answers to these profoundly puzzling questions.
The passersby had various reactions. Some were curious and gazed unabashedly. Others were uncomfortable. They were quick to duck their heads or walk in a wider circle. "No reminders of harshness today, please." Most, however, hardly noticed him. Their thoughts were occupied, their agendas were full and he was... well, he was a blind beggar.
November 11th: It's not the thing, it's what we make of it
Ryan Holiday, The 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living
When you are distressed by an external thing it's not the thing itself that troubles you, but only your judgment of it. And you can wipe this out at a moment's notice.— Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 8.47
