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Rest in Reason

by josephine_wild

If the soul is dyed by thoughts, I will rest in my reason. By following my just nature, I will let my desire find its termination. For I am made of the stars. I will let my spirit shine. I am a rising star, not a falling one. I am divine. Nothing outside changes the value of my shining nature. Despite criticism or praise, nothing shall perturb me. My loveliness terminates in itself. My beauty evolves with the seasons. I will love my nature. I will rest in my reason. My flesh desires sugar, but sugar rots the soul. To nurture the character of my mind, I’ll feast on the fruits of wisdom. I’ll feed my soul thoughts ripe in virtue and I’ll let my spirit shine. For tranquility is nothing but a good ordering of the mind. I will not be troubled in any season. When my flesh desires treason, I will rest in my reason.
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josephine_wild
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Written by
josephine_wild
American
Published
Jan 24, 2023
Lines·Words
27·157
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My reflections on the wisdom found in Meditations.

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#meditations#reason#stoicism#stoic#philosophy
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