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A MEDITATION

“ Accept the things to which fate binds you, and love the people with whom fate brings you together, but do so with all your heart.

— Marcus Aurelius

Meditations 6.39

On fate

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A reflection

You didn't pick your family, your neighbors, or half your coworkers. Fighting that is exhausting. Marcus's twist: accepting isn't enough — love them on purpose. The half-hearted version just makes you tired. All-in is cheaper.

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