🧘 Optimizing Meditations Review

The Meditations audiobook was a delightful addition to my massage routine. Based on my observations, it helped me to destress and unwind while massaging sore muscles. The narrator's soothing voice was calming and allowed for a deeper relaxation experience. The book is filled with empowering quotes, creating a positive and uplifting environment for my self-care routine. However, the lack of variety in the book may not be suitable for those looking for a varied collection of meditative practices.

I don't know who did the translation for this one but it was very difficult for me to understand. This prompted me to look around and found another translation by George Long (Thoughts of Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, 1862). Although not a recent translation, Long's version is often easier to understand. Compare the translations of the first paragraph, for example: This version: From my grandfather Vera I learned to be gentle and gentle and to refrain from all anger and passion. From the fame and…

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius "The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts: therefore beware accordingly and be careful not to have ideas contrary to virtue and the rational nature ." Before I delve into the details, I have to say that reading the meditations has been one of the most challenging, but also one of the most rewarding experiences of my personal growth. The book did so much to reinforce my earlier beliefs and helped me broaden my horizons and inspire me to be